Buttermilk Drop Scones

Delightfully light and incredibly easy to make, these Buttermilk Drop Scones are the perfect quick-bake treat! With no rolling or cutting required, these tender, golden scones come together in just 10 minutes of prep time, thanks to the simplicity of scooping the dough directly onto the baking sheet. Made with chilled buttermilk for a tangy richness and studded with optional add-ins like chocolate chips or raisins, each bite is a fluffy, slightly sweet delight. Whether served warm with butter and jam or enjoyed plain with tea, these versatile scones are sure to become a go-to favorite for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Plus, they bake to perfection in only 12 minutes, making them ideal for busy mornings or last-minute baking cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 85 grams Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 180 milliliters Buttermilk, chilled
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 75 grams Optional: Raisins or chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it forms coarse crumbs.

Step 4

If using raisins or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the mixture at this stage.

Step 5

In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the chilled buttermilk and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.

Step 7

Using two spoons or a large cookie scoop, drop mounds of dough (around 2 to 3 tablespoons per scone) onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the scones cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, jam, or clotted cream! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	663.6 grams (663.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2032

Total Fat 73.50g	94%
Saturated Fat 45.10g	226%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 192mg	64%
Sodium 2338mg	102%
Total Carbohydrate 314.10g	114%
Dietary Fiber 9.60g	34%
Total Sugars 104.70g
Protein 35.00g	70%

Vitamin D 139IU	693%
Calcium 306mg	24%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 1138mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.1%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 61.1%