Freshly baked scones straight from the farm! Beast eaten topped with cream while still warm.
Buttermilk scones with apricot jam
Buttermilk scones with apricot and pink peppercorn jam
23 scone recipes that would get Nan's tick of approval
Scones, jam and cream. There’s nothing wrong with a classic however, as these recipes prove, there’s always a bit of room to improve on perfection. Here you’ll find our favourite sweet and savoury scone recipes to make for the perfect morning tea, afternoon tea, Mother’s Day or anytime!
Easy plain scones
Basic scones
Nothing beats a classic scone recipe. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly baking idea or a quick and easy afternoon tea for entertaining, these plain scones are perfect for all occasions. Dollop with whipped cream and your favourite sticky jam for the perfect treat. You'll need a 5cm (diameter) round cutter for this recipe.
Lemonade drizzle scones with lemon curd cream
Lemonade drizzle scones with lemon curd
Adding lemonade to your scone dough creates an ultra-fluffy, extra sweet result. You'll need a 23cm (4cm deep) round baking pan for this recipe.
Matt Moran’s best date scones recipe
Matt Moran shares his nan's date scones
Matt Moran shares his nan’s recipe for date scones. Fluffy, sweet and buttery, topped with jam and fresh cream, we know what we’ll be baking for afternoon tea this weekend. Better yet, let the kids try their hand at this family-friendly recipe.
Classic scones recipe
Classic scones
This best-ever scone recipe is sure to become a household favourite - just add cream and jam.
Fresh ideas
Mandarins
Amorette mandarins are seedless, easy to peel and have a nice balance of sweetness and tang.
Bacon, cheddar and herb scones with quick cultured butter
Bacon, cheddar and herb scones with quick cultured butter
“When I think of country cooking, I think of generous portions, fresh ingredients and great baking. Scones are simple and timeless, and this version celebrates all that comes from the land” – Warren Mendes. This is an edited extract from Farmer: Recipes and Stories from the Land by Jody Vassallo (Harper Collins, RRP $29.99). All profits from sales of the book go to Rural Aid.
Lemon and fennel scones with hot-smoked trout
Lemon and fennel scones with hot-smoked trout
Trout and fennel pair perfectly in these savoury scones.
Vegemite and cheese scones
Vegemite and cheese scones
Love it or hate it, you can’t get much more Aussie than vegemite!
Matt Moran's giant date and ginger scones
Giant date and ginger scones
This is the best (and biggest) date scones recipe out there.
Zucchini and cheese scones
"Cheesy scones are always a good idea, and perfect for fuss-free outdoor eating. These are laden with grated zucchini, which not only adds beautiful flavour and moisture, but also makes the eater feel exceptionally virtuous. Win-win! Serve with a dollop of creme fraiche and a slice of smoked trout, or simply smother in butter.” – Tilly Pamment
Peanut butter scone and strawberry jam self-saucing pudding
Strawberries, cream and peanut butter scones make an irresistible combination in the sweetly warming treat, best served piping hot straight from the oven. You’ll need a 29cm x 5cm-deep, 3.5L-capacity shallow cast-iron pan for this recipe.
Sticky pumpkin scone scrolls with maple glaze
Darren turns scones into scrolls with this earthy recipe.
Sticky caramel apple scones
These sweet scones hero a classic flavour pairing worth bobbing for - caramel and apple!
Bacon, ginger beer and fennel scones
Darren flips the sweet switch and shares his take on a savoury scone.
Giant strawberries and cream lemonade scone
Darren makes one large scone, so everyone can share!
