Smitten kitchen dreamy cream scones

Barely sweet, multigrain but full of butter, so you don’t feel too deprived.

Not too sweet, perfect crumb and not even a little dry, these have converted legions of scone-averters.

This “American” soda bread is velvety within, craggy without and absolutely exceptional eaten warm with a thick pat of butter.

Not too sweet, perfect crumb and not even a little dry, these have converted legions of scone-averters.

Plan your next tea party with an easy plain scone recipe that's perfect for any occasion! Learn how to make tender, flaky scones with simple ingredients like butter and cream. Perfect for customizing with your favorite flavors, adding sweet or savory toppings, or enjoying plain. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful tea time treat.

Gently roasted apples and a small heap of cheddar bake into a craggy, toasted-edge, soft-centered scone that tastes like a wedge of autumn bliss.

These dreamy Cream Scones are flavorful, tender, and perfect for breakfast. This is a great base recipe for all sorts of add-ins. They bake up moist with crisp, crumbly edges.

Roasted pears and chocolate chunks in craggy, hearty, tender-centered, crisp-edged, dreamily bronzed scone, please.

A light and delicious sour cream scone

This is the ultimate base scone recipe I spent weeks perfecting! Flaky, buttery, and bakery-style with clear tips, step-by-step instructions, and tested adjustments for all your favorite add-ins—berries, chocolate, nuts, and more. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this go-to scone recipe gives you tall, tender results every single time.