19 Simple Scone Recipes to Start Your Day Right

With your morning brew in hand, there’s nothing quite like a good scone to start the day right. These delightful recipes are simple to make and sure to please. They feature fruity, nutty options, some with a hint of spice or drizzled with icing. Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with friends, scones are a wonderful way to elevate your mornings!

Ham and Cheese Scones

Four triangular slices of savory scones with visible cheese and chives, arranged in a row on a sheet of parchment paper. — Ham and Cheese Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Enjoy savory Ham and Cheese Scones, featuring cheddar cheese, ham, fresh herbs, and a hint of black pepper. These are tender, soft, and have a crisp-crumbly edge, making them an excellent choice for delicious scones at any meal.
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Apple Cream Scones

Apple Cream Scones offer a quick and simple breakfast option with their moist and buttery texture. Filled with tart apples and topped with turbinado sugar, they are perfect warm from the oven with your coffee or tea.
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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 packed with festive eggnog flavor, with just the right touch of cinnamon and nutmeg. They’re great for holiday gatherings and pair perfectly with tea or coffee.
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Orange Cranberry Scones

Cranberry scones with orange slices on a white plate. — Orange Cranberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Orange Cranberry Scones are packed with fresh and dried cranberries and bursting with orange flavor. They’re quick to make and always a favorite scone.
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Blueberry Lemon Scones

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.
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Mandarin Orange Scones

Orange scones on a cooling rack with oranges. — Mandarin Orange Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Mandarin Orange Scones burst with fresh mandarins’ bright and juicy flavor, adding zest to your morning routine. Quick and easy to make, they are a flavorful choice with your morning brew.
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Earl Grey Scones

A stack of scones with glaze on top. — Earl Grey Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Earl Grey Scones are infused with the rich flavor of Earl Grey tea, making them a fantastic choice for delicious scones. With quick preparation time, they are perfect for brunch or a tasty snack.
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Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones

A plate of scones with icing and candy canes. — Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones are a favorite choice for breakfast or dessert. The mix of chocolate and peppermint creates a delicious treat, perfect with a cup of hot chocolate.
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S’more Scones

A stack of s'mores bars with chocolate drizzle and mini marshmallows on top, placed on a wooden surface. — S’more Scones. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Indulge in the deliciously different s’more scones recipe, which pairs graham cracker, chocolate, and marshmallow flavors. They are delicious!
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Lemon Almond Scones

Close-up of scones with white icing and almond slices on a cooling rack, with lemon zest sprinkled on top. — Lemon Almond Scones. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These super yummy lemon almond scones are covered with almonds with a lemon glaze which is oh, so mouthwatering. You need to try these!
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Strawberry Scones

These tasty strawberry scones are packed with fresh strawberries and bursting with flavor! They are buttery and flakey and drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. Pick a quart of red, ripe strawberries and make this bakery quality treat for your family and friends!
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Bacon, Cheddar & Green Onion Biscuits

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

These savory biscuits are fluffy, light, and packed with bacon and cheddar cheese. A fantastic breakfast or lunch option, they can even be enjoyed for dinner alongside a comforting bowl of soup. A great choice for delicious scones.
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Blueberry Scones

Whip up brunch-perfect blueberry scones in under 30 minutes. Packed with juicy blueberries, these buttery, moist scones with crisp edges and flaky centers are a fantastic choice for delicious scones.
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Tropical Pineapple Scones

The exotic flavor 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.
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Mocha Scones

Mocha Scones offer a blend of rich coffee and sweet chocolate. These easy-to-prepare scones are a delicious choice for both morning and afternoon cravings.
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Fresh Strawberry Scones

A plate with a scone and a fork on it. — Fresh Strawberry Scones. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A tasty fruity scone filled with lots of fruity flavor from fresh strawberries. Drizzled with a tangy lemon glaze, they are the perfect spring or summer treat. Enjoy them warm for the best taste!
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Chai Oatmeal Scones

Image shows a Chai Scone on a white plate sitting on a wooden table. — Chai Oatmeal Scones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These chai oatmeal scones are packed with warm spices and a soft, buttery texture. Infused with aromatic flavors, they make a cozy pairing with tea. Enjoy them fresh for a comforting bite!
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Apple Bacon Scones

Don’t forget to make savory scones like these, packed with fresh apples and crispy bacon. Made with apple butter, they’re soft, flavorful, and perfect for a fall breakfast. Serve them warm for a delicious start to the day!
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Cranberry Yogurt Scones

A close-up of a single cranberry scone on a white linen napkin. — Cranberry Yogurt Scones. Photo credit: fANNEtastic food.

This tasty scone is filled with dried cranberries’ fruity flavor. Made with yogurt, it has a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Bake it for breakfast, a fancy brunch, or a quick snack!
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