Description
These I-Love-You Scones are the perfect combination of light, fluffy, and sweet, making them an ideal treat for any occasion—especially Valentine’s Day! With a comforting flavor from vanilla extract and a golden, flaky texture thanks to cold butter, these scones are a simple yet delightful indulgence. Customize them with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or raisins for a personal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- Optional Add-ins: raisins, currants, chocolate chips, dried fruit (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the Butter:
- Add the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. It’s okay if some larger bits of butter remain—that’s what makes the scones flaky!
- Combine the Wet Ingredients:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
- Form the Dough:
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir with a spoon or spatula until just combined. If you’re adding any optional ingredients (like chocolate chips or raisins), fold them in at this stage.
- Shape the Scones:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a circle about 1-inch thick.
- Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the dough into 8 wedges (or use a cookie cutter for a fun shape!).
- Bake:
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Let the scones cool slightly before serving. They are perfect on their own or with a bit of jam, clotted cream, or butter. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee for the ultimate treat!
Notes
- Make sure to use cold butter to achieve a flaky texture in the scones.
- You can adjust the sweetness of the scones by altering the amount of sugar, or you can omit it for a more savory scone.
- For a fun twist, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking, Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking, Mixing
- Cuisine: American, British
Keywords: scones, Valentine’s Day scones, easy scones, homemade scones, fluffy scones, baking, vanilla scones, sweet scones