Classic Pastry Scones
Delight in the buttery richness of homemade Classic Pastry Scones, easily customized with your favorite mix-ins. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or an indulgent treat.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Grater or pastry cutter
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup frozen unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup favorite mix-ins e.g., Craisins, blueberries, chocolate chips
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Grate frozen butter into the dry ingredients and mix until coarse crumbs form.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry mixture, folding gently. Add mix-ins.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, shape into an 8-inch circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
- Arrange wedges on the baking sheet and bake for 16–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
- Prepare glaze by combining powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle over cooled scones.
Notes
- Use frozen butter to ensure a flaky texture.
- Mix gently to avoid tough scones.
- Customize with sweet or savory mix-ins.