raisin scone recipe

How to Make Perfect Raisin Scones: A Complete Guide

Raisin scones are a delightful treat, blending flaky texture with sweet bursts of raisin. Here’s a simple, foolproof recipe to bake them at home.

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- ¼ cup granulated sugar

- 1 tbsp baking powder

- ½ tsp salt

- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed

- ½ cup raisins

- 1 large egg

- ½ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tenderness)

Steps:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Cut in Butter: Add cold butter. Use a pastry cutter or fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Add Raisins: Toss raisins with 1 tbsp flour (to prevent sinking) and fold into the mixture.

5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then mix in milk. Pour into the flour mixture and stir until just combined—do not overmix.

6. Shape & Bake: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat into a 1-inch thick circle, and cut into wedges. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes until golden.

Serve warm with clotted cream or butter. Enjoy these tender, raisin-filled scones as a breakfast or snack!