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.
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!
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
Nutrition
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
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 🙂
Julie Menghini says
Thank you so much for your support Dini!
rocio says
Amaizing scones !!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you!
Ginger says
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!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Ginger! I’m surprised you haven’t tried griddle breads. Your breads are to die for!
Frugal Hausfrau says
Julie, you’ve simply outdone yourself! I love the Mardi Gras theme!!
Mollie
Julie Menghini says
Thank you! They were fun and yummy. I appreciate you stopping by!
Andrea | Cooking with a Wallflower says
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!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Andrea! I had a lot of fun with this one.
Jhuls says
These scones are so pretty, Julie. They sound delicious, too. 🙂
Julie Menghini says
Thanks Jhuls. I couldn’t believe how moist they were.
sneha datar says
Soooo tempting, moist and delicious scones.
Julie Menghini says
Thank you for your kind comments!
Pavani says
I love scones and these griddle scones look so yummy!!
Julie Menghini says
Thanks Pavani! They were easy to make and yummy to eat. Have a great weekend!
Shari says
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!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Shari! They were very moist and delicious.
carolinescookingblog says
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.
Julie Menghini says
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!
Jenny says
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.
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Jenny! We felt the same way about scones being dry. these aren’t I promise!
Kalyani says
I 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
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.
Shireen says
I love scones and these look so colourful and a perfect treat for lil ones! I am surely going to try them!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Shireen! The lil ones can decorate them and be proud of their accomplishments. Fun for Mother and kiddos.
Mireille says
I love scones and yours came out perfect – would love to dig in for breakfast
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Mireille!
Lynz Real Cooking says
I love love scones! These look very yummy
Julie Menghini says
Easy and yummy Lynz! A win win.
apuginthekitchen says
How wonderfully festive and love that these scones are done on the griddle. Brilliant idea!!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Suzanne! Easy and yummy!
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
Two thumbs up is good enough for me, especially coming from a non scone lover.
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Wendy! I agree. When John likes something new it’s a good day!
Jenni says
The scones look great, Julie! I love your dried fruity additions, too!
Julie Menghini says
Thank you Jenni! The dried fruit was a yummy addition but this dough would have been delicious without it too!