Home sweet scones: 15 favorite recipes to try

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Get ready for some tasty treats with our 15 best scone recipes! We’ve got scones with fun twists and unique flavors—some sweet, some savory. Let’s make your kitchen smell awesome and keep those taste buds happy!

Orange scones on a wire rack with oranges in the background.
Mandarin Orange Scones. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven

Earl Gray Scones

Earl Gray scones stacked on a white plate.
Earl Gray Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Delight your taste buds with these Earl Grey Scones! These easy-to-make scones, made with flavorful Earl Grey Tea, are perfect for any time of day. These scones bake up tender insides, with golden brown edges on the outsides. Jus the way to like them.
Get the Recipe: Earl Gray Scones

Eggnog Scones

Three frosted scones with festive sprinkles are stacked on a wooden platter. A glass of eggnog and a snowy decoration are blurred in the background.
Eggnog Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Eggnog Scones are filled with festive eggnog flavors with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. They are great for holiday gatherings, along with a warm cup of tea or coffee.
Get the Recipe: Eggnog Scones

Ham and Cheese Scones

Four ham and cheese scones on a piece of white paper.
Ham and Cheese Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Ham and Cheese Scones are tender and soft with crisp-crumbly edges. With Asiago cheese, ham, fresh herbs, and black pepper, these scones aren’t sweet; they’re savory and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Ham and Cheese Scones

Blueberry Lemon Scones

Blueberry lemon scones on a white platter with fresh blueberries.
Blueberry Lemon Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Blueberry Lemon Scones combine fresh blueberries and tangy lemons, creating a delicious treat. They are easy to make and perfect for brunch, making them a great choice for delicious scones.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Lemon Scones

Mandarin Orange Scones

Orange scones on a wire rack with oranges in the background.
Mandarin Orange Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bursting with fresh mandarin’s bright and juicy flavor, these Mandarin orange scones are the perfect way to add zest to your morning breakfast or afternoon tea. Drizzle with even more goodness with Mandarin orange icing.
Get the Recipe: Mandarin Orange Scones

Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones

Chocolate and peppermint scones with icing and peppermint candies.
Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Transform traditional scones into a sweet festive treat. These Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones are a perfect blend of amazing taste, making them ideal for breakfast or dessert during the holiday season.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones

Orange Cranberry Scones

An orange cranberry scones on a white plate with a fork.
Orange Cranberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These orange cranberry scones, loaded with fresh and dried cranberries and plenty of orange flavor, bake up golden brown with crumbly edges. For a sweet topping, top with a sprinkling of orange zest and sugar.
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Scones

Apple Cream Scones

A slice of an Apple Scones on a white plate and a cup of tea.
Apple Cream Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake these delicious Apple Cream Scones for a quick and simple breakfast treat or afternoon snack. Serve warm from the oven for a moist, buttery, tender scone full of tart apples, and sprinkle turbinado sugar on top for a crunchy topping that adds just the right amount of sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cream Scones

Cherry Chip Scones

Image shows Cherry Chip Scones on a baking sheet with the sun coming in from the back.
Cherry Chip Scones. Photo credit: Honest & Truly.

These cherry chip scones are easy to make and incredibly delicious, making them a perfect breakfast or snack choice. They can be dressed up to impress guests or enjoyed on your own. With their delightful combination of dried cherries and chocolate chips, these sweet scones offer a truly delightful flavor experience.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Chip Scones

Blueberry Scones

Low-carb blueberry scones recipe overhead
Blueberry Scones. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

In less than 30 minutes, you can make these tea party-worthy blueberry scones with deliciously sweet and tender fresh berries. For a sweet treat, enjoy a warm scone with your favorite brew.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Scones

Apple Bacon Scones

Apple bacon scones on parchment paper with apple butter in a bowl.
Apple Bacon Scones. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These apple butter bacon scones are stuffed with fresh apples and salty bacon pieces and made with apple butter to keep them nice and moist. They’re perfect for breakfast on a crisp, cool morning.
Get the Recipe: Apple Bacon Scones

Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones

Bacon, Cheddar, Green Onion Scones on a black plate.
Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Fluffy, light, and loaded with bacon and cheddar, these savory scones are perfect for breakfast, amazing for lunch, and are even a tasty dinner next to a hearty bowl of soup. You are going to love how easy these scones are to make and bake.
Get the Recipe: Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Scones

Fresh Strawberry Scones

Strawberry scones on a plate with coffee on the side.
Fresh Strawberry Scones | Easy Homemade Treat. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Sweet Strawberry scones are packed with fresh strawberries and bursting with flavor! Buttery and flakey and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. Pick a quart of red, ripe strawberries and make this bakery-quality treat!
Get the Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Scones | Easy Homemade Treat

Savory Scones with Cheddar and Garlic

A wedge of savory scones with cheddar and garlic on a napkin.
Savory Scones with Cheddar and Garlic. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These savory scones with cheddar and garlic are a tasty addition to your next meal. Baked in a cast iron skillet, they are garlicky and flaky for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Savory Scones with Cheddar and Garlic

Tropical Pineapple Scones

Tropical Pineapple Scones. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The exotic flavour of pineapple along with hints of vanilla, almonds and lemon make this one of the best fruit scone recipe ideas out there. They are unusual and make a change from plain scones.
Get the Recipe: Tropical Pineapple Scones

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