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3 Ingredient Scones

These 3 Ingredient Scones are soft, fluffy, and lightly sweetened with honey. A quick and easy breakfast or snack ready in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time24 minutes
Additional Time4 minutes
Total Time33 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 11 servings
Author: Jamie Sherman

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 cups self-rising flour
  • 4 tablespoons honey
  • 1-½ cups heavy cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, honey, and heavy cream.
  • Mix with a sturdy spoon or Danish dough whisk until a thick dough forms.
  • Use a large cookie scoop (about 3 tablespoons) to portion the dough into balls.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar, if desired.
  • Bake for 24 minutes or until lightly golden.
  • Let the scones cool in the pan for 3-4 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

🥡 STORAGE

  • Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Refrigerate for up to 1 week.

♨️ REHEATING

  • Air fryer: Warm at 320°F for 2-3 minutes.
  • Toaster: Slice in half and toast until warmed through.
  • Microwave: Heat in 10-15 second intervals until warm.

❄️ FREEZING

  • Freeze baked and cooled scones in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw at room temperature and reheat before serving.

💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS

  • Use a Danish dough whisk or sturdy spoon instead of an electric mixer.
  • Do not overmix; stir until the ingredients are combined.
  • Sprinkle sugar on top before baking for a light, crunchy texture.

🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS

  • Convection oven: Bake at 325°F for 20-22 minutes.
  • Toaster oven: Bake smaller batches at 350°F, checking at 18-20 minutes.

♻️ LEFTOVERS

  • Split leftover scones and toast them for a crisp edge.
  • Serve with honey butter, jam, or more honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scone | Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 478IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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