10 Sweet and Savory Scone Recipes

Scones are tender, buttery, and flakey pastries. Thanks to their simple structure, they are versatile and can be sweet and savory. Sweet scones are perfect alongside coffee or tea, while savory scones are a delicious accompaniment to soup or even breakfast. Within this post, you will find 10 Sweet and Savory Scone Recipes. Recipes include fruit, cheese, fresh herbs, nuts, and chocolate.

Contrary to what you may think, making scones from scratch is easy and rewarding. Scones can be eaten any time of day. The dough's high-fat cream and butter are a blank slate for an added sweet and savory flavor. The baking process is quick and straightforward using the "biscuit mixing" method.

If you want to make some scones, check out the list below. There are both sweet and savory options. I chose a variety of flavors so that there is something for everyone. All recipes include staple ingredients and are all made through a simple baking process. I am sure you will find the recipe you are looking for! See all of our Scones for the full list@

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The "Biscuit Mixing" Method

While it may sound intimidating, the biscuit mixing method is easy. There is little mixing required and generally few ingredients.

First, you combine the dry ingredients. This includes flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. You then "cut in" the butter. This process can be done by hand with a pastry blender (which I prefer) or in a food processor. Next, you add the inclusions. And then, finally, you add the liquid (cream or milk, sometimes eggs). To form a dough, gently knead the mixture until it appears to have a doughy appearance, do not over-mix. Cut or portion the dough as desired. For best results, chill the portioned scone dough before baking. Always brush the dough with cream or egg wash and then bake.

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What is the secret to a good scone?

A good scone has a soft, moist interior and a golden-brown exterior. The texture should be tender and flakey, with a crumb. It should not be burdensome or bread-like.

What is the difference between a scone and a biscuit?

While similar in texture and made with the same mixing method, scones and biscuits are slightly different. Primarily, you will find differences in the quantity of the ingredients (think sugar and butter). Scones are generally made with cream and more sugar and often include eggs. WAt the same time, biscuits have more butter and less sugar and are typically made with buttermilk. Additionally, you are much more likely to see a sweet scone and a savory biscuit.

Are scones sweet or savory?

As you will see within this list, scones can be sweet or savory. American scones are sweeter; often, you'll find some sugar in the savory ones too. Sweet scones have a variety of flavors, from fruit to chocolate. While delicious scones frequently contain cheese or fresh herbs.

10 Sweet and Savory Scone Recipes

Here is a compilation of some of the best {in my opinion} scone recipes, both sweet and savory. All but one of these recipes is egg-free. (Use heavy cream instead of egg wash.)

1) Lemon Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze

You will want to add this blueberry lemon scone recipe to your recipe book. These scones have the perfect flavor balance of sweet and tart.—pockets of fresh blueberries throughout the scone and a hint of lemon in every bite. The lemon glaze is the piece de resistance.

These chocolate chip scones have a subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with the multitude of semi-sweet chocolate chips within the dough. This simple recipe uses common ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions. These scones are great for everyday baking!

Try this savory lemon rosemary scone which is simply delicious! Lemon pairs with rosemary for a fragrant-flavored scone. These are delicious on their own or alongside a meal. The unique flavor profile makes this recipe one that you need to try!

One of the most popular recipes on this blog is this one. These brown sugar pecan scones are undeniably good! The tender, flakey dough contains pecans and a brown sugar flavor. The baked scones are garnished with an irresistible brown sugar icing. This is one you need to try!

These tender feta cheese-filled scones have flecks of fresh dill throughout. Dill scones are delicious slathered in butter or served alongside a bowl of hot soup. You will love these buttery, tangy scones.

An apple scone with caramel glaze and chopped pecan garnish.

These apple cinnamon scones with caramel glaze are packed with pecans and fresh apple pieces. Thanks to the cinnamon sugar glaze on top (which tastes like caramel), these tender pastries taste like apple donuts. Enjoy one with coffee or tea!

You will love these raspberry white chocolate scones if you enjoy the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Delightfully sweet and buttery, these scones are delicious and beautiful to look at too! The white chocolate garnish puts these above the rest!

You could put feta in almost any savory dish, which would be delicious. The same goes for these feta scones. The scones are flecked with dill and chives, which adds significant flavor. The feta melts into pockets throughout the dough, resulting in an irresistibly good savory scone.

Tart, sweet, and buttery, these almond raspberry scones are delicious Raspberry scones with almond icing. Does it get much better? Pair one with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon snack. Or serve these at your next brunch!

One of my personal favorites, cheddar chive scones, is utterly irresistible. Cheddar cheese melts into these scones, while the chives bring a subtle bite. They are delicious with soup or, on their own, slathered in butter. These are the BEST savory scones!