Martha Stewart’s Scones Recipe
If you love soft, buttery baked treats, this Martha Stewart’s Scones Recipe is perfect. These scones are tender, slightly sweet and easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- Extra cream or milk for brushing
- Extra sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
Cut in Butter
- Add cold butter cubes. Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until coarse crumbs form.
Add Wet Ingredients
- In a small bowl, mix cream, egg and vanilla. Pour into flour mixture.
Form Dough
- Stir gently until dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep scones tender.
Add Optional Fruit
- Fold in raisins or dried cranberries if using. Mix evenly but lightly.
Shape the Scones
- Turn dough onto a floured surface. Pat into a circle, about 1 inch thick.
Cut Scones
- Use a knife or round cutter to shape scones. Place on baking tray.
Brush with Cream
- Brush tops with cream or milk. Sprinkle with sugar for a golden finish.
Bake Scones
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly on a rack.
Notes
- Keep butter cold for flaky scones.
- Don’t overmix dough; scones should be tender.
- Add lemon zest, chocolate chips or berries for flavor.
- Serve warm with jam, butter or clotted cream.
- Freeze unbaked scones for up to 1 month; bake when needed.