Scones are one of the basic pleasures in life. Like biscuits with a touch of added sweetness, the best scones are delicate and light yet somehow wonderfully rich, each bite suggesting bits of butter ...

Start by combining all-purpose flour with sugar, baking powder, and salt in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix in cold, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Heavy ...

It’s hard to imagine a cozier morning than waking up to a blanket of fresh snow and the smell of homemade scones baking in the oven. Yesterday, I was lucky enough to experience just that, so I feel ...

What could be more tempting than a scone, tender and flaky within, delicately browned and slightly crunchy at the edges? Nothing, apparently, judging from the baker’s dozens of requests we’ve gotten ...

I adore the neat, tidy sides and stately height of a classic British scone. I’ve even shared my favorite recipe for that afternoon tea staple, much to the delight of readers who agreed with me. These ...

These Banana Scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for breakfast, brunch or as an afternoon snack. They are made with ripe bananas, giving them a natural sweetness and moist ...

Queen Elizabeth II had a bit of a sweet tooth. Former royal chef Darren McGrady wrote in his cookbook, "Eating Royally: Recipes and Remembrances from a Palace Kitchen," that she was a big fan of ...

Scones are often celebrated as the crown jewel of breakfasts and tea parties but in reality, they can be a bummer. I mean, is there anything as disappointing as biting into a hard, tough scone that's ...

Put on a sweater, make a hot cup of tea and break out the mixer. Fall is here, and with it comes the unofficial start of baking season. Don't get me wrong, I love to bake any time of year. But there's ...