Recipe for Egg less Butter Scones
Nothing is more reassuring than the aroma of freshly made scones filling your home. Scones are the ideal treat to have with tea, coffee, or even a dollop of cream and jam since they are soft, flaky, and rich in buttery flavour.
Anyone who want to enjoy classic scones without using eggs will find this recipe for eggless butter scones to be easy to make, fast, and perfect. These scones will not let you down, regardless matter whether you’re baking for dietary restrictions or just ran out of eggs!
Ingredients:
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
2 ½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp baking soda
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (115g) unsalted cold butter, cubed
½ cup (120ml) whole milk (or plant-based milk)
2 tbsp heavy cream (or more milk) for brushing
Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract or lemon zest for extra flavor
Instructions:
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.
Cut in Butter
Add the cold cubed butter and rub it into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add Milk
Pour in the milk and mix gently with a spatula until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
Shape the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface, pat it into a 1-inch thick circle, and cut into 6–8 wedges (or use a round cutter for traditional scones).
Prepare for Baking
Place the scones onto the prepared tray. Brush the tops with cream (or milk) for a golden finish.
Bake
Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown on top and cooked through.
Cool & Serve
Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Tips for Perfect Eggless Scones:
Use cold butter
The key to flaky scones is cold butter. If your kitchen is warm, freeze the butter cubes for 10 minutes before mixing.
Don’t overmix the dough
Overmixing makes scones tough. Mix just until everything comes together.
Flour your cutter/knife
If cutting round scones, dip the cutter in flour to prevent sticking.
Chill before baking
For taller, flakier scones, place shaped dough in the fridge for 10–15 minutes before baking.
Bake at a high temperature
A hot oven (200°C/400°F) helps the scones rise quickly and gives a golden top.
Serve warm
Scones taste best fresh from the oven. Reheat leftovers briefly in the oven or air fryer to restore fluffiness.
Variations:
Sweet Variations:
Fruit Scones – Add ½ cup raisins, currants, cranberries, or chopped dried apricots.
Citrus Zest Scones – Mix in 1 tsp lemon, orange, or lime zest for a refreshing twist.
Chocolate Chip Scones – Fold in ½ cup dark or milk chocolate chips.
Glazed Scones – Drizzle with a simple sugar glaze or lemon icing after cooling.
Savory Variations:
Cheese & Herb Scones – Add ½ cup grated cheddar or parmesan with 1 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (like chives, rosemary, or parsley).
Garlic Butter Scones – Brush the tops with garlic butter before baking for a fragrant twist.
Spiced Scones – Mix in ½ tsp cumin, paprika, or black pepper for a savory bite.
Conclusion:
The light, fluffy, and seductively buttery texture of these eggless butter scones is evidence that eggs are not necessary for a flawless bake. Store them in an airtight container to keep them soft for the following day, or eat them right out of the oven with your preferred spread. These scones are a delicious complement to any meal, whether they are being served for breakfast, lunch, or afternoon tea.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 230 Carbohydrates: 28g Protein: 3g Fat: 12g Saturated Fat: 7g Fiber: 1g Sugar: 6g Sodium: 170mg