These Griddle Scones are quick, easy and delicious. They are just begging for a party or celebration and a little imagination!
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.
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.
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. What? Let your hair down Brits! Bring on the add-ins! These are party scones after all![clickToTweet tweet=”These Griddle Scones are quick, easy and delicious and just begging for a party!” quote=”Mardi Gras Loving Griddle Scones are quick, easy and delicious and just begging for a party!” theme=”style2″]
Quick Party Loving Grilled Scones
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
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!
Here are a couple more recipes perfect for Mardi Gras!
Shrimp, Duck, and Andouille Gumbo
The Best Slow Cooker Jambalaya with Farro
Dini @ The Flavor Bender says
February 15, 2016 at 1:10 pmI 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 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 15, 2016 at 2:09 pmThank you so much for your support Dini!
rocio says
February 15, 2016 at 6:00 amAmaizing scones !!
Julie Menghini says
February 15, 2016 at 9:11 amThank you!
Ginger says
February 14, 2016 at 10:00 amGorgeous, 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!
Julie Menghini says
February 15, 2016 at 9:24 amThank you Ginger! I’m surprised you haven’t tried griddle breads. Your breads are to die for!
Frugal Hausfrau says
February 14, 2016 at 12:05 amJulie, you’ve simply outdone yourself! I love the Mardi Gras theme!!
Mollie
Julie Menghini says
February 15, 2016 at 9:24 amThank you! They were fun and yummy. I appreciate you stopping by!
Andrea | Cooking with a Wallflower says
February 13, 2016 at 11:58 pmI love the color in these scones! They’re so perfect for Mardi Gras, Julie! Can’t wait to give them a try! Happy FF!
Julie Menghini says
February 15, 2016 at 9:26 amThank you Andrea! I had a lot of fun with this one.
Jhuls says
February 13, 2016 at 7:16 amThese scones are so pretty, Julie. They sound delicious, too. 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 13, 2016 at 9:48 amThanks Jhuls. I couldn’t believe how moist they were.
sneha datar says
February 13, 2016 at 3:57 amSoooo tempting, moist and delicious scones.
Julie Menghini says
February 13, 2016 at 9:49 amThank you for your kind comments!
Pavani says
February 12, 2016 at 8:36 pmI love scones and these griddle scones look so yummy!!
Julie Menghini says
February 13, 2016 at 9:49 amThanks Pavani! They were easy to make and yummy to eat. Have a great weekend!
Shari says
February 12, 2016 at 3:39 pmThese 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!
Julie Menghini says
February 12, 2016 at 5:24 pmThank you Shari! They were very moist and delicious.
carolinescookingblog says
February 12, 2016 at 3:10 pmI 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.
Julie Menghini says
February 12, 2016 at 5:26 pmThank you Caroline! This was my first attempt. My topping looks a bit rustic but it was all good. Hope you have a wonderful Valentines!
Jenny says
February 12, 2016 at 9:56 amThese 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.
Julie Menghini says
February 12, 2016 at 5:30 pmThank you Jenny! We felt the same way about scones being dry. these aren’t I promise!
Kalyani says
February 11, 2016 at 5:15 amI love that these are eggless, and while I have baked only couple of scones till date, these griddle version is very tempting 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 11, 2016 at 9:03 amThank 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.
Shireen says
February 11, 2016 at 3:00 amI love scones and these look so colourful and a perfect treat for lil ones! I am surely going to try them!
Julie Menghini says
February 11, 2016 at 9:04 amThank you Shireen! The lil ones can decorate them and be proud of their accomplishments. Fun for Mother and kiddos.
Mireille says
February 10, 2016 at 10:50 pmI love scones and yours came out perfect – would love to dig in for breakfast
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 11:10 pmThank you Mireille!
Lynz Real Cooking says
February 10, 2016 at 5:49 pmI love love scones! These look very yummy
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 10:40 pmEasy and yummy Lynz! A win win.
apuginthekitchen says
February 10, 2016 at 11:32 amHow wonderfully festive and love that these scones are done on the griddle. Brilliant idea!!
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 1:47 pmThank you Suzanne! Easy and yummy!
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
February 10, 2016 at 11:16 amTwo thumbs up is good enough for me, especially coming from a non scone lover.
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 1:48 pmThank you Wendy! I agree. When John likes something new it’s a good day!
Jenni says
February 10, 2016 at 10:47 amThe scones look great, Julie! I love your dried fruity additions, too!
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 1:48 pmThank you Jenni! The dried fruit was a yummy addition but this dough would have been delicious without it too!
Loretta says
February 10, 2016 at 9:07 amFabulous 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!
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 9:17 amThank 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!
Celebrating Sunshine says
February 10, 2016 at 8:21 amOh, they look so pretty and moist! Yummy!
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 9:17 amThank you Ana! They are so good that I don’t think I’ll be eating them to often.
Elaine @ foodbod says
February 10, 2016 at 6:55 amThe prettiest scones ever!!!
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 9:18 amThank you Elaine!
Elaine @ foodbod says
February 10, 2016 at 6:54 amThe pretty scones ever!!!
pattisj says
February 10, 2016 at 1:53 amFast 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.
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 9:20 amI’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!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
February 9, 2016 at 8:59 pmTasty and festive!!
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 9:20 amThank you Cindy!
simplyvegetarian777 says
February 9, 2016 at 7:45 pmI love a good scone Julie! Your scones look so rustic and delicious. Bringing the Mardi Gras color to the scones was a fun idea 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 10, 2016 at 9:21 amThank 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!
Wendy @ Wholistic Woman says
February 9, 2016 at 6:10 pmI just recently decided I like scones so I’ve been experimenting with different recipes. Will have to try your griddle version!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 6:17 pmThank you Wendy! These were as moist as any I’ve ever had.
[email protected] says
February 9, 2016 at 5:24 pmPeople 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 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 5:26 pmI TOTALLY agree! I just don’t think we’ve had them in our area long enough to have great scones.
Anna says
February 9, 2016 at 5:06 pmJulie, the scones look so delicious!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 5:22 pmThe were fun and easy Anna! Thank you dear girl!
Karen @ Karen's Kitchen Stories says
February 9, 2016 at 3:55 pmI’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!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 5:23 pmThank 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.
cookingwithauntjuju.com says
February 9, 2016 at 1:04 pmYum! 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!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 3:33 pmThank 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.
Tara says
February 9, 2016 at 11:49 amYour scones are so fun!! I adore scones and love to make them too!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 3:33 pmThank you Tara! We sure have a lot of wonderful recipes to see today on Bread Bakers!
Sandhya says
February 9, 2016 at 10:20 amJulie,
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!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 10:23 amThank 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!
Nancy says
February 9, 2016 at 9:55 amLove 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!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 10:24 amThank you Nancy! They were delicious with our morning coffee and so quick that we could eat them warm.
Ansh says
February 9, 2016 at 9:21 amI 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.
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 9:43 amThank 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!
Georgina says
February 9, 2016 at 8:31 amPretty scones Julie- sure to be loved by every child and every child in an adult too 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 9:43 amThank you Georgina! They were delicious!
Susan Edelman says
February 9, 2016 at 7:54 amAs long as I have a hot cup of something like tea or coffee, I like all scones 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 9:44 amThanks Susan!
Debbie Spivey says
February 9, 2016 at 7:49 amSuch pretty scones!
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 9:44 amThank you Debbie!
skd says
February 9, 2016 at 7:39 amI 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 🙂
Julie Menghini says
February 9, 2016 at 9:47 amThank you skd! They are so simple and very moist and tender!