Stone Lion Inn Scones

Indulge in the rustic charm of the Stone Lion Inn Scones, a delightful treat that brings the essence of a cozy bed-and-breakfast straight to your kitchen. These buttery, tender scones are crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and a touch of vanilla extract, with optional mix-ins like juicy raisins, tart dried cranberries, or decadent chocolate chips to suit your taste. Finished with a golden, crunchy coating of coarse sugar, these scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon tea. Ready in just over 30 minutes, they’re easy to prepare yet irresistibly satisfying, especially when served warm with clotted cream or your favorite jam. Whether you're hosting guests or treating yourself, this recipe delivers bakery-level perfection in the comfort of home.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.75 cups heavy cream
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups optional add-ins (raisins, dried cranberries, or chocolate chips)
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for topping

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently mix until the dough begins to come together. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If you are adding optional ingredients like raisins, dried cranberries, or chocolate chips, fold them into the dough at this stage.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it forms a cohesive ball.

Step 8

Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and 8 inches in diameter. Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper to cut the dough into 8 equal wedges.

Step 9

Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the scones with a bit of heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar for a golden, crunchy topping.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12

Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with clotted cream, butter, or your favorite jam.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(745.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2895.5

Total Fat 166.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 657.9mg	0%
Sodium 2501.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 106.4g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 112.1IU	0%
Calcium 116.5mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 891.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 42.9%