24 Scone Recipes That’ll Make Your Brunch Better

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24 Scone Recipes That’ll Make Your Brunch Better2/24 Strawberry Scones 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Strawberry Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 scones Go to Recipe 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. 3/24 Chocolate Chip Scones 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total

Time 35 min Servings 6 scones Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

Time 35 min Servings 6 scones Go to Recipe 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. 4/24 Traditional Scones 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe 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!

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. 5/24 Lemon Scones 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe 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. 6/24 Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Scones 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 scones Go to Recipe 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),

They are a scrumptious treat with tea or coffee

76mg cholesterol, 327mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. 7/24 Gingerbread Scones 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Gingerbread Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe 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. 8/24 Ham & Cheese Scones 3 Reviews Test Kitchen

The cheesy, savory wonders are a delight as an appetizer or an afternoon snack

Approved Ham & Cheese Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 1 dozen (1/2 cup peach sauce) Go to Recipe 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. 9/24 Caramel Apple Scones 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Scones Recipe photo

The addition of onions gives these scones a nice bite

by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 4 scones Go to Recipe 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. 10/24 Parmesan Scones 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parmesan Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe 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

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. 11/24 Vanilla-Glazed Ginger Scones 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Vanilla-Glazed Ginger Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe 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

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. 12/24 Blueberry Scones 82 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Blueberry Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 scones Go to Recipe 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

I’ve never been able to eat just one, so this recipe seemed perfect for us

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. 13/24 Chocolate Chip-Cranberry Scones 6 Reviews Chocolate Chip-Cranberry Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe 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

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat

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. 14/24 English Scones 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved English Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 10 scones Go to Recipe 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

sodium, 41g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 15/24 Pumpkin Scones with Berry Butter 20 Reviews Contest Winner Pumpkin Scones with Berry Butter Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 scones (about 1/2 cup butter) Go to Recipe 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

sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. 16/24 Rhubarb Scones 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Rhubarb Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 16 scones Go to Recipe 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. 17/24 Lemon Blueberry Drop Scones 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 14

—Jacqueline Hendershot, Orange, California

scones Go to Recipe 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. 18/24 Pumpkin Scones 41 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 16 scones Go to Recipe From the

The glaze nicely complements the pumpkin flavor

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. 19/24 Apple & Cheddar Mini Scones 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple & Cheddar Mini Scones Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 32 scones Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Because cheese and sage go so well

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