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Mardi Gras Griddle Scones

February 9, 2016 Updated: February 16, 2020 By Julie Menghini 83 Comments

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Slices of scones decorated with colored sugar with gold beads sitting in the front for Mardi Gras.

These Griddle Scones are quick, easy and delicious. They are just begging for a party or celebration and a little imagination!

Slices of scones decorated with colored sugar.

What do you think of Scones? There are a lot of opinions. Some people say they don’t like them. One of those people used to be John. I think it’s because some of them we had tried were like dry tasteless biscuits and he just figured that was the norm. That isn’t the case with these Griddle Scones.

Slices of scones decorated with colored sugar with gold beads sitting in the front for Mardi Gras.

 This could be any bread made on a griddle. I decided to make a Mardi Gras version of Griddle Scones. They are just begging for a party and since these scones would be perfect for breakfast, we need to get the party started a little early.

Slices of scones decorated with colored sugar with colored beads sitting in the front for Mardi Gras.

Growing up I never had scones, and I thought that they were just a British thing that you have with tea? I didn’t think Americans had teas either. There is a difference according to Cooks Illustrated.

Americans typically have more butter and sugar baked into their scones kind of like our biscuits where the Brits like to slather on the butter and jam after they’re baked. They also leave theirs without the add-ins like dried fruit or chocolate chips.

Mardi Gras Party Food!

What? Let your hair down Brits! Bring on the add-ins! These are party scones after all!

These Griddle Scones are quick, easy and delicious and just begging for a party!

Slices of scones decorated with colored sugar with gold beads sitting in the front for Mardi Gras.
Slices of scones decorated with colored sugar.
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5 from 4 votes

Quick Party Loving Grilled Scones

These Griddle Scones are quick, easy and delicious.  They are just begging for a party or celebration and a little imagination!
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Servings 8
Author Hostess At Heart

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp cream of tarter
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk milk, soy or almond milk will all work
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit I used a blend of blueberries, strawberries and cherries
  • Colored Sanding sugar optional

Optional Glaze

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla paste or extract.
  • 1 tbsp milk or cream

Instructions

  • Sift together flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon
  • In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, sugar and buttermilk.
  • Combine wet ingredients to dry ingredients with a wooden spoon. Add dried fruit if you are using it. Fold dough over about for times.
  • Split dough in half. Dust a solid surface with flour. Pat each half into a 6 inch round that is approximately 1/2 inch thick, and no thicker. Dust each side of the dough with flour and brush off excess. Cut each round into 4 wedges.
  • Heat a griddle or pan (I used cast Iron). Cook over low heat for 3 minutes without moving. Increase heat to medium-low and cook an additional 5 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Flip wedges and cook an additional 7 to 8 minutes until the wedges are golden brown, being careful not to let them burn.
  • Allow the scones cool 3 or 4 minutes on a cooling rack. Glaze if desired and sprinkle with sanding sugar for Mardi Gras!

Notes

Lightly adapted from Epicurious.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 214IU | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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I have to admit that they were delicious but would be delicious without all of the add-ins too. Not only that but I’d love to add tea-time to my day. What a lovely idea!

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Comments

  1. Dini @ The Flavor Bender says

    February 15, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    I LOVE Scones! 😀 My sister hates them though, but thankfully I married someone who loves it as much as I do! These are the original scones too – Made on the griddle!! 😀 Definitely need to try them this way 🙂 I love how colourful they look! Pinned and sharing these 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 15, 2016 at 2:09 pm

      Thank you so much for your support Dini!

      Reply
  2. rocio says

    February 15, 2016 at 6:00 am

    Amaizing scones !!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 15, 2016 at 9:11 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Ginger says

    February 14, 2016 at 10:00 am

    Gorgeous, Julie! I’ve never made griddle breads or cakes, I think I read about them in a novel (by Roddy Doyle, seem to remember). Thanks for reminding me!
    Happy FF!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 15, 2016 at 9:24 am

      Thank you Ginger! I’m surprised you haven’t tried griddle breads. Your breads are to die for!

      Reply
  4. Frugal Hausfrau says

    February 14, 2016 at 12:05 am

    Julie, you’ve simply outdone yourself! I love the Mardi Gras theme!!

    Mollie

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 15, 2016 at 9:24 am

      Thank you! They were fun and yummy. I appreciate you stopping by!

      Reply
  5. Andrea | Cooking with a Wallflower says

    February 13, 2016 at 11:58 pm

    I love the color in these scones! They’re so perfect for Mardi Gras, Julie! Can’t wait to give them a try! Happy FF!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 15, 2016 at 9:26 am

      Thank you Andrea! I had a lot of fun with this one.

      Reply
  6. Jhuls says

    February 13, 2016 at 7:16 am

    These scones are so pretty, Julie. They sound delicious, too. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 13, 2016 at 9:48 am

      Thanks Jhuls. I couldn’t believe how moist they were.

      Reply
  7. sneha datar says

    February 13, 2016 at 3:57 am

    Soooo tempting, moist and delicious scones.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 13, 2016 at 9:49 am

      Thank you for your kind comments!

      Reply
  8. Pavani says

    February 12, 2016 at 8:36 pm

    I love scones and these griddle scones look so yummy!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 13, 2016 at 9:49 am

      Thanks Pavani! They were easy to make and yummy to eat. Have a great weekend!

      Reply
  9. Shari says

    February 12, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    These look delicious, Julie! I have never heard of griddle scones. The inside looks very moist. I would love to try making these. I love scones anyway, so I’m sure I would like them. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 12, 2016 at 5:24 pm

      Thank you Shari! They were very moist and delicious.

      Reply
  10. carolinescookingblog says

    February 12, 2016 at 3:10 pm

    I haven’t made griddle scones in ages, apart from the odd savory one, but I agree they are so tasty. Love your fun Mardi Gras topping.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 12, 2016 at 5:26 pm

      Thank you Caroline! This was my first attempt. My topping looks a bit rustic but it was all good. Hope you have a wonderful Valentines!

      Reply
  11. Jenny says

    February 12, 2016 at 9:56 am

    These scones look so moist! I have had a few too many dry scones, so I tend to not want to make them. But these look great–I will have to try it! I love your colorful sprinkles.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 12, 2016 at 5:30 pm

      Thank you Jenny! We felt the same way about scones being dry. these aren’t I promise!

      Reply
  12. Kalyani says

    February 11, 2016 at 5:15 am

    I love that these are eggless, and while I have baked only couple of scones till date, these griddle version is very tempting 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 11, 2016 at 9:03 am

      Thank you Kalyani! I like that they are eggless too and they are so quick and easy. Thank you for stopping by and making such kind comments.

      Reply
  13. Shireen says

    February 11, 2016 at 3:00 am

    I love scones and these look so colourful and a perfect treat for lil ones! I am surely going to try them!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 11, 2016 at 9:04 am

      Thank you Shireen! The lil ones can decorate them and be proud of their accomplishments. Fun for Mother and kiddos.

      Reply
  14. Mireille says

    February 10, 2016 at 10:50 pm

    I love scones and yours came out perfect – would love to dig in for breakfast

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 11:10 pm

      Thank you Mireille!

      Reply
  15. Lynz Real Cooking says

    February 10, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    I love love scones! These look very yummy

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 10:40 pm

      Easy and yummy Lynz! A win win.

      Reply
  16. apuginthekitchen says

    February 10, 2016 at 11:32 am

    How wonderfully festive and love that these scones are done on the griddle. Brilliant idea!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 1:47 pm

      Thank you Suzanne! Easy and yummy!

      Reply
  17. Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says

    February 10, 2016 at 11:16 am

    Two thumbs up is good enough for me, especially coming from a non scone lover.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      Thank you Wendy! I agree. When John likes something new it’s a good day!

      Reply
  18. Jenni says

    February 10, 2016 at 10:47 am

    The scones look great, Julie! I love your dried fruity additions, too!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      Thank you Jenni! The dried fruit was a yummy addition but this dough would have been delicious without it too!

      Reply
  19. Loretta says

    February 10, 2016 at 9:07 am

    Fabulous scones Julie… nothing like a good scone. Whenever I go back to England to visit my family, scones are definitely on my “to eat” list with clotted cream and jam :). Yours looks just lovely, I’m sure the buttermilk gave them that lovely moist interior. The mardi gras colors provided a fun theme too. You’re learning a lot with your bread bakers, good for you! Love the challenges!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 9:17 am

      Thank you Loretta! I would love to have a scone in England with some good clotted cream and jam. Scones are something that we haven’t eaten a lot, but these were really good and so easy to change up with other ingredients. Enjoy your day my friend!

      Reply
  20. Celebrating Sunshine says

    February 10, 2016 at 8:21 am

    Oh, they look so pretty and moist! Yummy!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 9:17 am

      Thank you Ana! They are so good that I don’t think I’ll be eating them to often.

      Reply
  21. Elaine @ foodbod says

    February 10, 2016 at 6:55 am

    The prettiest scones ever!!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 9:18 am

      Thank you Elaine!

      Reply
  22. Elaine @ foodbod says

    February 10, 2016 at 6:54 am

    The pretty scones ever!!!

    Reply
  23. pattisj says

    February 10, 2016 at 1:53 am

    Fast and delicious? I’m in! I’ve only had them from Panera Bread, and made some with a mix from our local Plow & Hearth store. I’ve liked what I had.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 9:20 am

      I’m with you Patti! We’ve only had them from a box before and these were so much more moist and easy. Have a wonderful day!

      Reply
  24. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

    February 9, 2016 at 8:59 pm

    Tasty and festive!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 9:20 am

      Thank you Cindy!

      Reply
  25. simplyvegetarian777 says

    February 9, 2016 at 7:45 pm

    I love a good scone Julie! Your scones look so rustic and delicious. Bringing the Mardi Gras color to the scones was a fun idea 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 10, 2016 at 9:21 am

      Thank you Sonal! They were delicious. I’d loose the sugar next time and they don’t even need the fruit. The batter is that good. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your day!

      Reply
  26. Wendy @ Wholistic Woman says

    February 9, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    I just recently decided I like scones so I’ve been experimenting with different recipes. Will have to try your griddle version!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 6:17 pm

      Thank you Wendy! These were as moist as any I’ve ever had.

      Reply
  27. [email protected] says

    February 9, 2016 at 5:24 pm

    People who don’t like scones have never made a good scone made for them before. That’s my philosophy. lol

    I’ve never heard of Griddle scones before Julie. Didn’t know you could make a scone outside of an oven; you learn something new every day I guess. These look very scrumptious 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 5:26 pm

      I TOTALLY agree! I just don’t think we’ve had them in our area long enough to have great scones.

      Reply
  28. Anna says

    February 9, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Julie, the scones look so delicious!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 5:22 pm

      The were fun and easy Anna! Thank you dear girl!

      Reply
  29. Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says

    February 9, 2016 at 3:55 pm

    I’ve never considered making scones (which I love by the way) on the griddle. What a cool idea! Your mardi gras adornment is wonderful too!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 5:23 pm

      Thank you Karen! My adornment is simple but fun. I think I actually prefer them this way. John said they were more like a pancake than a biscuit.

      Reply
  30. cookingwithauntjuju.com says

    February 9, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Yum! I almost made scones for Mardi Gras – KAF recipe but I was too busy with Super Bowl. A sister really likes scones and I was going to surprise her! Oh well, another time. Like the addition of dried fruit 🙂 Your bread group sure has grown!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 3:33 pm

      Thank you Judi. These are so quick and easy, and to tell you the truth they don’t even need the fruit even though it is good. This bread group has really grown. The people are friendly and many are so talented. I love learning some of the techniques that they use.

      Reply
  31. Tara says

    February 9, 2016 at 11:49 am

    Your scones are so fun!! I adore scones and love to make them too!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 3:33 pm

      Thank you Tara! We sure have a lot of wonderful recipes to see today on Bread Bakers!

      Reply
  32. Sandhya says

    February 9, 2016 at 10:20 am

    Julie,
    I am not a big fan of scones as I find them a little dry for my taste but yours look so moist and delicious. Also it is a quick and easy recipe, so will try these for sure!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 10:23 am

      Thank you Sandhya! I agree with your opinion but these are as moist as a pancake. I think you would like them. Enjoy your day sweet friend!

      Reply
  33. Nancy says

    February 9, 2016 at 9:55 am

    Love the Mardi Gras inspired sugar toppings Julie. I know I’d love the taste of these scones with the fruit you’ve added! Wish I had one to pair with my coffee right now!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 10:24 am

      Thank you Nancy! They were delicious with our morning coffee and so quick that we could eat them warm.

      Reply
  34. Ansh says

    February 9, 2016 at 9:21 am

    I always loved scones. Especially the ones made on a griddle. With Jam and clotted cream and I feel like I am eating a royal English breakfast. Thank you for joining in with your gorgeous Scones.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 9:43 am

      Thank you Ansh for such a fun theme this month. I would never have tried scones on the griddle but will do so again. Jam and clotted cream would be wonderful!

      Reply
  35. Georgina says

    February 9, 2016 at 8:31 am

    Pretty scones Julie- sure to be loved by every child and every child in an adult too 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 9:43 am

      Thank you Georgina! They were delicious!

      Reply
  36. Susan Edelman says

    February 9, 2016 at 7:54 am

    As long as I have a hot cup of something like tea or coffee, I like all scones 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 9:44 am

      Thanks Susan!

      Reply
  37. Debbie Spivey says

    February 9, 2016 at 7:49 am

    Such pretty scones!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 9:44 am

      Thank you Debbie!

      Reply
  38. skd says

    February 9, 2016 at 7:39 am

    I wasn’t exactly a fan of scones Julie because I find them dry and crumbly. but your scones look fabulous. They look so good and by the description I am sure moist and delicious too. thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      February 9, 2016 at 9:47 am

      Thank you skd! They are so simple and very moist and tender!

      Reply

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