3-ingredient scones
Discover the ultimate 3-ingredient scone recipe! Simple and delicious, these scones require just self-raising flour, lemonade, and heavy whipping cream. Perfect for a quick treat that’s light, fluffy, and irresistibly tasty.
- 26 Oct 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
If you're in search of a quick and delightful treat that's perfect for any time of the day, these 3-ingredient scones are a fantastic option. With just self-raising flour, lemonade, and heavy whipping cream, you can whip up a batch of delicious scones that are light, fluffy, and deliciously easy to make. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a simple dessert, these scones are sure to impress without any fuss.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or dust it lightly with flour.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, lemonade, and heavy whipping cream. Stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. The dough will be quite sticky, but avoid over-mixing to keep the scones light and fluffy.
- Lightly flour a clean surface and your hands. Turn the dough out onto the floured surface and gently pat it into a rough disc or rectangle about 1-inch thick.
- Using a floured knife or a round cutter (about 2-3 inches in diameter), cut the dough into scone shapes. You can gather any scraps and gently pat them together to cut out more scones until all the dough is used.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the scones have risen and are golden brown.
- Transfer the baked scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. These scones are best enjoyed fresh, optionally with butter, jam, clotted cream, or any topping of your choice.
Tips:
- Don't overmix the dough.: When combining the three ingredients, mix until just combined to keep the scones light and fluffy. Overmixing can make them dense and heavy.
- Use cold ingredients.: For the best texture, ensure your lemonade and heavy whipping cream are cold. The chill helps to create a tender crumb in the scones.
- Flour your work surface.: To prevent the dough from sticking, lightly flour your work surface and your hands when handling the dough.
- Cut with a sharp cutter.: When cutting out the scones, use a sharp cutter and press straight down without twisting. Twisting can seal the edges and prevent the scones from rising properly.
- Bake on a preheated tray.: For a nice rise and evenly baked scones, you can preheat the baking tray in the oven before placing the scones on it.
- Serve warm.: Scones are best enjoyed warm, straight out of the oven. If you need to reheat them, a few minutes in a warm oven should do the trick.
There you have it – a super simple recipe for 3-ingredient scones that anyone can make. These scones are not only easy to prepare but also incredibly tasty, making them the perfect go-to treat for any occasion. Enjoy them plain, or get creative with your favorite toppings and spreads. Happy baking!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 130 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 250kcal | 13% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 3.12g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 14g | 4% |
| Fiber 0.37g | 1% |
| Sugar 4.59g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 20g | 25% |
| Saturated 13g | 44% |
| Cholesterol 66mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 240ug | 26% |
| Choline 11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 0.24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B9 6ug | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 0.09ug | 4% |
| Vitamin C 15mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E 0.85mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 1.88ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 40mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.04mg | 5% |
| Iron, Fe 0.20mg | 2% |
| Magnesium, Mg 10mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 50mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 80mg | 2% |
| Selenium, Se 4.27ug | 8% |
| Sodium, Na 18mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.29mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 90g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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