Dandelion Honey Scones Clotted (Printable)

Golden scones with dandelion honey, served warm with clotted cream—a delightful treat for any spring gathering.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
06 - 1/3 cup dandelion honey, or mild-flavored honey
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1 large egg

→ To Serve

09 - Dandelion honey, for drizzling
10 - 1 cup clotted cream

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Add cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry blender or fingertips, rub butter into dry mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together dandelion honey, whole milk, and egg until fully blended.
05 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir gently with a fork or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat into a 1-inch-thick round.
07 - Using a 2.5-inch round cutter, stamp out scones and arrange them on prepared sheet. Gather scraps and repeat as needed.
08 - Lightly brush the tops of scones with milk. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until risen and golden brown.
09 - Transfer scones to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with clotted cream and a drizzle of dandelion honey.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses natural dandelion honey to add subtle floral sweetness.
  • Easy to prepare with simple ingredients.
  • Perfectly golden and tender scones that pair beautifully with clotted cream.
  • Ideal for afternoon tea or a weekend brunch treat.
02 -
  • Keep the butter cold for a flakier texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones.
  • Lightly flour your cutter before cutting shapes to prevent sticking.
  • Brush tops with milk just before baking to achieve a perfectly golden crust.
  • Serve scones fresh on the day they are baked for best texture and flavor.
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