For less-sweet scones, use 3 tablespoons of sugar. For sweeter scones, increase the sugar to 1/3 cup (65 grams). For savory scones, omit the sugar.
To make chocolate chip scones, add ½ cup (90 grams) of semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir. [2] X Research source For more ideas on what you can add in, click here.
To give your scones a little more flavor, consider adding 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream or half-and-half. [3] X Research source
Make traditional scones by cutting the dough into a 9-inch (23-centimeter) circle, and then slicing it into eight wedges like a pizza or pie. [4] X Research source Make round scones by cutting circles out of the dough using a drinking glass or a circle-shaped cookie cutter. Using a sharp knife, cut the scones into squares.
If the glaze is too thick, you may add up to 2 teaspoons of milk.
To make lemon-blueberry scones, use lemon zest instead of orange zest, and dried blueberries instead of cranberries.
For heartier scones, add 1/3 cup (50 grams) of raisins and/or ¼ cup (30 grams) of chopped pecans or walnuts.
