They're not just for tea anymore! Try our favorite scone recipes—both sweet and savory—and you'll be craving these baked goods morning, noon and night.
24 Scone Recipes That’ll Make Your Brunch Better
Updated on May 15, 2024
Blueberry Scones
I love serving this blueberry scone recipe to visiting friends and family. I always make sure a have a few in the freezer. Just pop a frozen scone in the microwave for 20 seconds or so. —Joan Francis, Spring Lake, New Jersey
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Strawberry Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
This strawberry scones recipe is rich with cream and packed with berry goodness. If you are like me, you won't be able to eat just one! —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 233 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 387mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Chocolate Chip Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
These chocolate chip scones are delicious warm, served with butter, when the chips are melted and gooey. —Diane LaFurno, College Point, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 241 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Traditional Scones
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Making scones is shockingly simple. I learned how when my wife and I hosted an English tea, and I wish I’d tried my hand at it earlier! —Chuck Hinz, Parma, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 144 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Lemon Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These delicate lemon scones are the perfect lightly sweet treat to serve with coffee or tea at any holiday get-together. It’s a simple bread since, like biscuits, it doesn’t require much kneading and there’s no need to let the dough rise. —Maureen DeGarmo, Martinez, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 198 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 324mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
With chocolate, hazelnuts and the tangy taste of buttermilk, these delicious scones are easy to make, come together fast and taste amazing with your morning coffee. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 409 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 327mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Gingerbread Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These moist scones' gingerbread flavor make them just right for serving around Christmastime. They are a scrumptious treat with tea or coffee. —David Bostedt, Zephyrhills, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 157 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 269mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Ham & Cheese Scones
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
1 dozen (1/2 cup peach sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
I make these scones as a way to use up leftover ham. The cheesy, savory wonders are a delight as an appetizer or an afternoon snack. —Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone with 2 teaspoons peach sauce: 437 calories, 23g fat (13g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 982mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
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Caramel Apple Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
A drizzle of caramel complements the apple and whole wheat flavors of these rustic-looking scones. —Arlene Cook, Bainbridge, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 278 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 393mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Parmesan Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The addition of onions gives these scones a nice bite. You can even stir in some basil or oregano if you like. —Jolie Stinson, Marion, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 378 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
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Vanilla-Glazed Ginger Scones
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Gingerbread is a flavor that works with all sorts of delicious holiday baked goods. To glaze these ginger scones, just dip a fork or spoon into the glaze mixture and then drizzle over the tops. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 299 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 226mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Blueberry Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
I love serving this blueberry scone recipe to visiting friends and family. I always make sure a have a few in the freezer. Just pop a frozen scone in the microwave for 20 seconds or so. —Joan Francis, Spring Lake, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 221 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 281mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Chocolate Chip-Cranberry Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter started making these as a "healthy" alternative to cookies since we seem to like cookies of any kind. I've never been able to eat just one, so this recipe seemed perfect for us. —Nichole Jones, Idaho Falls, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 189 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 264mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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English Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
When I came to America from England in 1967, I made sure to bring along my favorite recipe for scones. Served warm with butter, they’re perfect for breakfast.
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 229 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 147mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Pumpkin Scones with Berry Butter
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 scones (about 1/2 cup butter)
From the Recipe Creator:
These delightful scones are perfect on a cold winter day with a steaming hot cup of coffee. They also make a wonderful hostess gift arranged in a basket. —Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 392 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 391mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Rhubarb Scones
Total Time
50 min
Servings
16 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandfather grows rhubarb and gives us a generous supply. The tartness is similar to a cranberry—perfect for tossing into a scone. —Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 166 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 155mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Lemon Blueberry Drop Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
14 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy serving these fruity scones for baby and bridal showers. They’re a bit lower in fat than most other scones, so you can indulge with little guilt. —Jacqueline Hendershot, Orange, California. Looking for more? Learn to make drop scones like Queen Elizabeth.
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 158 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 192mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pumpkin Scones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
After trying a pumpkin scone at a coffee house, I was inspired to look for a recipe to try at home. The glaze nicely complements the pumpkin flavor. —Amy McCavour, Gresham, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 338 calories, 13g fat (8g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 348mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Apple & Cheddar Mini Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
32 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
Because cheese and sage go so well with apples, I decided to put them all in scones. These mini treats make a fall weekend brunch, tailgate or party even more fun. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 mini scone: 109 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Dried Cranberry Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I go on vacation with my best friend to Michigan every July. Her cousin is allowed to come, too—but only if she brings her special cherry scones! I make them with cranberries for the holidays. Don’t try to double this recipe. If you need more than 12, make two separate batches of dough. —Sherry Leonard, Whitsett, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 247 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 290mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Apricot Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
16 scones (1 cup cream)
From the Recipe Creator:
Popular served with tea in Victorian days, scones are making a big comeback. Apricots and nuts are stirred into the batter in this apricot scones recipe I baked for a themed shower. Spread with Devonshire cream, they delighted the bride-to-be and guests. —Robin Fuhrman, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone with 1 tablespoon cream: 230 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 177mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Triple Citrus Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 scones
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the bright and buttery flavor of these tender scones with glaze that soaks in. Serve them with a yummy jam, or try them as a base for strawberry shortcake. —Angela LeMoine, Howell, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 281 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 403mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cherry-Chip Oat Scones
Total Time
35 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves scones and anything with oatmeal. I started with my basic scone recipe and added oat flour to increase the oat taste and texture, then included special ingredients you can find in every bite. Look for add-ins that harmonize with the mellow flavor of oats. —Amy Brnger, Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1 scone: 229 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 321mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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