Just Baking

Of the countless versions of basic scone recipes out there, I tend to like cream scones, which I find stay fresh and moist a bit longer than the butter-based variety. Because scones are at their best eaten soon after they leave the oven, I like to bake these right before I serve them. Because they […]

Whenever I’m called on to bring a baked good to a gathering, my thoughts immediately turn to scones. They’re easy, delicious, extremely versatile, and quick to make. That combination of characteristics make them one of my favorite go-to recipes. This version, Lemon-Poppy, features the nutty flavor of poppyseeds rounding out the mild citrus of lemon zest. […]

  
Cream scones are some of my all-time favorite things to bake, not only because of their incredible tenderness, but because they’re just so easy to assemble. No cutting of butter into the flour, just make a well in the dry ingredients, pour in the heavy cream, stir just to moisten, and you’re all set. In fact, […]