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Vanilla Scones

July 13, 2015

Vanilla Scones are light, fluffy and melt in your mouth. Pure vanilla bean paste takes these vanilla scones to the next level. If you’re a scone lover like me, you have to make these! They are delicious!

I could eat breakfast treats every morning.

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Are you a sweet or savory breakfast person? Or both?

I would say I’m both. As a kiddo I was definitely sweet, but I think most kids go for the sweet stuff like french toast (was my favorite!) instead of the veggie omelet (which is now my favorite!). Just my assumption.

As an adult, I now know that pancakes, donuts, muffins, scones and french toast just are not always the best way to start the day.

I sure wish it was though…

However? Every once in awhile it’s completely and totally fine with me. This is why I made Vanilla Scones this week! I was having a little coffee breakfast craving for something sweet and I wasn’t about to whip up pancakes before work. 36 weeks pregnant here – we need our sleep!

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Scones don’t seem to be as popular as donuts or muffins for breakfast treats, but I actually like them so much more. I find them incredibly satisfying (for my sweet tooth), but at the same time, not overly sweet or filling. They are so awesome with coffee. It’s like the best thing ever. Scones and coffee? I die.

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I know I say this all the time, but they’re not all that hard to make either. The ingredients are very straight forward and the best part about scones? They’re rustic looking so don’t worry about making them look a certain way – they’re not supposed to look perfect by any means. I also use my KitchenAid Mixer and find it to be way faster than using my hands or a pastry blender. Don’t get me wrong, totally fine – I’ve made them that way too. Do what you want!

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I love the idea of making scones for neighbors/friends/families as a nice gesture. If someone just had a baby or needs a pick-me-up, meals are always great because they’re hard to pull together with a newborn, but scones are also a nice treat to bring as they serve as a “meal.” Now, it’s not a healthy meal, but they can wake up and enjoy a scone with coffee and fruit and be done. And…who really goes out all that often and buys scones for breakfast? It’s usually donuts or something. Surprise them with scones!

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Are you a scone fan now?

I used Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste for this recipe. Do you see the specks of vanilla?

You can purchase it by clicking on the image below.

Don’t forget to pin this recipe to your Pinterest board by clicking the image below!

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Vanilla Scones
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
14 mins
Total time
24 mins
 
Stuckonsweet.com: Jessica from www.stuckonsweet.com
Recipe type: Breakfast/Dessert
Serves: 8 scones
Ingredients
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoons pure vanilla extract (I used vanilla bean paste)
  • ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Vanilla Glaze
  • 1½ cups confectioners sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water (may need more)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (I used vanilla bean paste)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking mat with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat; set aside.
  2. In a stand-alone mixer fitted with a paddle attachment mix together the flour, salt, baking powder, and granulated sugar. Add cold cubed butter and mix on low-speed until course crumbs forms - careful not to over-mix.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla then add it to the mixer and mix until dough comes together. It will be crumbly.
  4. Flour a clean service and kneed dough just a bit until it comes together. Form it into a circle about 1 inch in thickness. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut scones into 8 wedges. Place on baking sheet and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake for 10-14 minutes or until edges are slightly golden. Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack to cool.
  5. While scones are cooling, add all the glaze ingredients into a bowl and whisk - glaze will be slightly thick but should drizzle off a spoon. Use a spoon to spread glaze over cooled scones. Let stand until glaze is set.
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  1. Melody

    March 7, 2021 at 1:12 am

    Being stuck at home during this pandemic has had me go from “Oh, I don’t bake”, to making all sorts of breads and desserts these days, lol. My oldest was craving Starbucks coffee cake and I was craving their scones. I made the cake and decided to try this recipe. Oh. My. Goodness! So delicious! I’m at around 7000 altitude and had to use a lot less flour and almost double the baking time (covered with tented foil after the 1st 20 minutes), and it turned out AMAZING. I used vanilla paste and scraped half a vanilla bean into both the batter and the glaze. Again, sooo delicious! I’ll be making these over and over. Thank you for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      March 20, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      You’re so welcome! Glad you enjoy them!

      Reply
  2. Vanessa

    May 11, 2020 at 2:24 pm

    Thanks for sharing! Do they keep long?

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      May 15, 2020 at 1:44 pm

      you can freeze them! Otherwise 3-4 days in an airtight container

      Reply
      • Laura

        March 7, 2021 at 2:24 pm

        I don’t have a stand mixer, just the usual mixer that’s used to blend ingredients together. Will that work instead?

        Reply
        • Jessica Erin

          March 20, 2021 at 4:25 pm

          yep!

          Reply
  3. suzanneholt

    May 11, 2020 at 2:23 pm

    This looks so good! Do you use this glaze in any other recipes?

    Reply
  4. Denise

    May 8, 2020 at 6:40 pm

    Do you think this would make a good base for topping with fresh strawberries ? Making like a strawberry shortcake? I don’t like ‘cakes’ with strawberries, or the biscuit type–even though this might fall into that category. Thoughts please ? Need to know ASAP

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      May 8, 2020 at 10:44 pm

      Yes! It would be very good.

      Reply
  5. Krystal

    April 26, 2020 at 7:03 pm

    Would I be able to grate my butter for easier mixing?

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      April 29, 2020 at 7:16 am

      sure!

      Reply
      • Na’Mari

        May 2, 2020 at 8:57 pm

        Hi I haven’t use this recipe In a minute because I haven’t had vanilla beans. Now that I do I realize that the vanilla bean paste recipe isn’t here anymore and I was wondering if you could help me with that?

        Reply
        • Jessica Erin

          May 5, 2020 at 2:26 pm

          it’s there! But here it is just in case.

          Ingredients
          2½ cups all-purpose flour
          ½ teaspoon salt
          1 tablespoon baking powder
          ⅓ cup granulated sugar
          1 egg
          ½ cup milk
          1 tablespoons pure vanilla extract (I used vanilla bean paste)
          ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
          Vanilla Glaze
          1½ cups confectioners sugar
          2 tablespoons water (may need more)
          2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
          2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (I used vanilla bean paste)

          Instructions
          Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking mat with parchment paper or a non-stick baking mat; set aside.
          In a stand-alone mixer fitted with a paddle attachment mix together the flour, salt, baking powder, and granulated sugar. Add cold cubed butter and mix on low-speed until course crumbs forms – careful not to over-mix.
          In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla then add it to the mixer and mix until dough comes together. It will be crumbly.
          Flour a clean service and kneed dough just a bit until it comes together. Form it into a circle about 1 inch in thickness. Use a knife or pizza cutter to cut scones into 8 wedges. Place on baking sheet and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake for 10-14 minutes or until edges are slightly golden. Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack to cool.
          While scones are cooling, add all the glaze ingredients into a bowl and whisk – glaze will be slightly thick but should drizzle off a spoon. Use a spoon to spread glaze over cooled scones. Let stand until glaze is set.

          Reply
  6. Cherish

    January 25, 2020 at 2:08 am

    I’ve always loved scones and these are by far the best I’ve made. I found this recipe probably a year or more ago. I had the unpleasant task of trying to make these without a mixer and to be honest the mixer makes a big difference lol! This is a great recipe and super easy to double. Thank you so much for sharing this!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      January 25, 2020 at 1:00 pm

      yay! you’re welcome!

      Reply
  7. Lisa

    October 15, 2019 at 2:41 pm

    Can you use salted butter

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      October 20, 2019 at 8:11 pm

      yes!

      Reply
  8. Anne

    August 12, 2019 at 3:16 pm

    Do you think these would freeze well? I’ve made them a couple of times and they’re great.

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      August 14, 2019 at 1:44 pm

      yes I do!

      Reply
  9. A

    May 12, 2019 at 1:06 pm

    I’ve made these multiple times, always perfect and delicious!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      May 14, 2019 at 7:59 pm

      glad you like them!

      Reply
  10. Kathryn Norman

    February 19, 2019 at 2:58 pm

    Store in refrigerator or counter? Only storing for one day…

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      February 20, 2019 at 9:35 am

      Either one works!

      Reply
  11. Jennifer

    October 7, 2018 at 2:17 pm

    Beyond great!! I literally just finished them and they’re already gone (thanks to a family of 6). This recipe is one of the best I’ve made and the perfect way to break in my new stand mixer.

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      October 8, 2018 at 1:28 pm

      So glad!!

      Reply
  12. Melisa

    July 24, 2018 at 9:22 pm

    These scones came out AMAZING! So simple to make. I was wary of using a pastry blender but my mixer worked just as good! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      July 25, 2018 at 2:03 pm

      you’re welcome! Glad you liked them!

      Reply
  13. Maria

    June 17, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    Thank you for this wonderful recipe, I made these a couple of times before already, my son loved them so much he specifically asked for them for Father’s Day, Happy Fathers Day son!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      June 18, 2018 at 3:31 pm

      SO glad!!

      Reply
  14. Stephanie

    May 12, 2018 at 12:35 pm

    These were amazing! I have tried a lot of scone recipes and always thought they were pretty good, but these are next level😍. I used a half vanilla bean for the icing because I didn’t have the paste, I think I’m in love.

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      May 15, 2018 at 6:30 am

      so glad!

      Reply
  15. Sue

    March 9, 2018 at 7:50 am

    Ive been into making scones lately, but when I ice them the icing has melted into the scones. How do I get the icing to harden and not melt into the scone. Any advice

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      March 14, 2018 at 8:24 pm

      are you icing them when they are warm? If so, make sure they are completely cooled first. Your icing might be too runny. I suggest using less liquid in your icing or add more powdered sugar to thicken it up.

      Reply
  16. Meredith Conn

    February 26, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    These really are amazing scones! So easy to make and my friends always love them! I love that I always have the ingredients and don’t need to go grocery shopping!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      March 5, 2018 at 4:19 pm

      Thanks Meredith!

      Reply
  17. Becca

    February 22, 2018 at 5:09 pm

    I made these this morning since school was cancelled again and our boss asked us to stay home so everyone was safe. The. Best. Scone Recipe. EVER. Seriously, I have made a few and never got it right. These were easy and sooo good. I didn’t have vanilla bean paste and just used pure vanilla extract, I want to get the paste and try it, I can’t imagine them being better but maybe so! We wanted some chocolate chips, so I kneaded in about a cup of dark chocolate chips, baked for 13 minutes. Omg so good!! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      March 5, 2018 at 4:22 pm

      so glad you like them! They’re my favorite, too!

      Reply
  18. Ellyn Prusinowski

    November 20, 2017 at 3:08 pm

    I have been making these for about a year now and they are hit among my friends and family! Sometimes I’ll swap the vanilla extract in the glaze for almond extract and that is also delicious.

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      November 20, 2017 at 8:32 pm

      Love the almond! I am going to try that!

      Reply
  19. Nancy

    October 4, 2017 at 9:48 am

    Do these freeze or store well? I love scones but I’m the only one who eats them and don’t want any to go to waste

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      October 6, 2017 at 2:10 pm

      I have not tried it but I think they would be fine!

      Reply
    • JLH

      January 13, 2018 at 2:45 pm

      This is an older comment but yes, by all means freeze them. You should freeze them before you bake them though. We do this frequently, I’ll make chocolate chip cookies and form them into balls and then freeze them baking as many or as few as are needed at the time. We do this also with scones, biscuits or any sort of item that you would want to bake, prepare freeze and then bake as many as you need when you want them fresh.

      Reply
  20. Anna

    September 27, 2017 at 9:20 am

    I made these this morning for our missionary group and everyone absolutely LOVED them. A couple people said it was the best scone they’ve tried and I’m right there along with them. Also, thankful that the recipe was super easy and required only the basic ingredients!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      September 27, 2017 at 1:10 pm

      So glad you liked them!

      Reply
  21. Jenn Swider

    May 13, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    Making these for Mothers Day brunch tomorrow morning. I made them a bit smaller (about 12 of them instead of 8) I baked them at 425 for about 6-7 minutes. they are to die for!! First time making scones but I have had store bought ones before and I am blown away with how amazing these are. I will never buy store bought ones ever again. For those not lucky enough to have a stand mixer I used a hand blender and had a to squish the pieces of cold butter to make it crumble in with the dry ingredients. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      May 18, 2017 at 12:51 pm

      you’re welcome Jenn! Glad you liked them!!

      Reply
  22. Courtney

    April 25, 2017 at 9:56 am

    On our way to high school in the mornings, we stop in at our favorite coffee place and my daughter buys their petite scones (over-priced and dry, so I won’t buy them 🙂 !). I am a baker, so I convinced her to try making these instead! LOVE, LOVE, and LOVE! Plus…she’s so proud of herself for making them herself and saving her cash! Simple and delicious! Thank you for the great scone recipe!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      April 25, 2017 at 3:00 pm

      You’re welcome! Home baked treats are the best!!

      Reply
  23. Melissa

    February 20, 2017 at 6:21 am

    I have made these numerous times in the last month. Every since person who has one….falls in love. This is my “go-to” scone recipe now. They are divine! I make 16 smaller scones with this recipe, more love to share with friends 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      February 20, 2017 at 6:22 am

      Thanks for the comment Melissa! So happy you love them!

      Reply
  24. Rachael

    February 1, 2017 at 12:53 am

    Jessica Erin! There are no words except that these are utterly amazing! I followed your recipe exactly with the exception of using a pastry blender instead of my kitchen aid mixer and adding the innards of a whole vanilla bean split between the scone and glaze. I’m a night shift maternity nurse and just made these at midnight for an English friend of mine who is battling breast cancer. (The English love their scones!) I couldn’t have found your recipe on Pinterest at a better time. Thanks so very much for posting. Hope your little one is healthy and able to enjoy this confection one day!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      February 2, 2017 at 4:50 pm

      So happy you friend enjoyed them! Thanks for sharing your kind comments and sending all the love and prayers to your friend!

      Reply
  25. Abbey

    January 15, 2017 at 8:02 am

    I’ve made these at least twice a month since I found this recipe and they are by far the best scones I’ve ever had. Moist and flaky and such a wonderful basic vanilla scone to work with to change the flavor profile. My kids love it when I add in chocolate chips!! Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      January 16, 2017 at 12:06 pm

      You’re so welcome! Glad you and your family like them!

      Reply
  26. Jill S

    December 15, 2016 at 1:57 pm

    Hi Jessica! How far in advance have you made these? I’m hoping to make these for Christmas morning at my parents and wondering if they’ll be ok for a few of days while we travel or if I should opt to make them there. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      December 16, 2016 at 7:56 pm

      Hi Jill! A few days should be fine, just make sure they are tightly covered. Enjoy!

      Reply
  27. Skylar

    October 21, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    Oh.My.Gosh. I just made these 30 minutes ago and i am in LOVE! I have been craving scones for the last week and these definitely fixed my craving 🙂
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      October 23, 2016 at 4:41 pm

      So glad you love them!

      Reply
  28. Carol

    October 20, 2016 at 12:09 pm

    Have you ever made these onto mini scones?

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      October 21, 2016 at 2:13 pm

      I haven’t, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. I would just watch them to make sure they don’t burn…they might not need as long in the oven.

      Reply
    • Melissa

      February 20, 2017 at 6:18 am

      I make 16 small scones instead of 8. Easier for the little hands and tummies to handle. Cut the bake time to approximately 9 minutes.

      Reply
  29. Emma Siepmann

    August 18, 2016 at 5:23 pm

    Made these this afternoon for my friends and I to eat tomorrow morning. They turned out beautifully, and I added half a vanilla bean to the icing and they are perfect! Thanks for the awesome recipe 🙂

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      August 20, 2016 at 7:26 am

      So glad you enjoyed them! I just love scones and this recipe is a favorite of mine! Thanks for the comment!

      Reply
      • Samantha

        September 12, 2021 at 9:29 pm

        Can I add fruit to these?

        Reply
        • Jessica Erin

          September 28, 2021 at 12:33 pm

          sure! Just make sure they are not too wet.

          Reply
  30. Jean

    July 3, 2016 at 4:35 pm

    My daughter made these today. They are WONDERFUL!

    Reply
  31. Sasha

    June 17, 2016 at 8:25 pm

    If i substitute the vanilla bean paste for just liquid pure extract, will it still turn out the same, just without the flecks of vanilla?

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      June 20, 2016 at 6:46 am

      Hi Sasha – yes that should be fine! Enjoy!

      Reply
  32. Susan

    April 2, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    These are amazing! I used a different glaze but the scones themselves were perfect. Nice and flaky and soft. My family loves them!

    Reply
    • Jessica Erin

      April 4, 2016 at 7:55 pm

      Wonderful Susan!

      Reply
  33. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction

    July 14, 2015 at 7:24 am

    I love a good scone for breakfast! Can’t wait to try these!

    Reply

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