The Ultimate List of Scone Ideas - Part 1: Sweet Scone Flavors - All Purpose Veggies (2024)

Here's my Ultimate List of Sweet Scone Flavors, for when you're in the mood to explore the many flavors of the delicate tender pastries that make scones such a beloved treat. From the familiar comfort of Cranberry and Lemon to the delightful surprises of Matcha White Chocolate Chip and Carrot Cake, these sweet flavor ideas are sure to have something for everyone!

Also, check out this post for my favorite Savory Scone Flavors!

1. Raspberry White Chocolate

Tart raspberries and sweet white chocolate chips create a perfect balance of flavors in these scones. The raspberries add a burst of freshness, while the white chocolate chips provide a creamy sweetness. This tender and flaky scone is a real treat drizzled with almond glaze and served with slivered almonds.

How to Make: Add ¾ cup raspberries and ½ cup white chocolate to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). Fresh raspberries are fine, but I prefer the frozen because the raspberries are less likely to break during the molding process. The coldness from the frozen berries also help cool the dough, contributing to a flakier pastry-like scone texture.

2. Lemon Poppy Seed

Bright and refreshing, these lemon scones are bursting with zesty citrus flavor. The lemon zest adds a fresh twist to the buttery scone base, creating a delightful combination of sweet and tart flavors that is perfect for a spring or summer treat. It's also a picnic-perfect treat that travels and keeps very well.

How to Make: Add 1 teaspoon lemon extract, 1 Tablespoon of lemon zest and 1 Tablespoon of poppyseed to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). Splash in some lemon juice or lemon extract to your glaze for extra lemon flavor!

3. Carrot Cake Scones

These scones are like carrot cake in scone form, with grated carrots and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The carrots add a natural sweetness and moistness to the scone, while the spices give it a cozy and comforting flavor that is perfect for enjoying with a dollop of cream cheese frosting.

How to Make: Add 1 tsp of cinnamon powder, ½ to 1 cup of finely shredded carrots, ½ cup of walnuts and ¼ cup of raisins to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). Add an additional tablespoon of milk or heavy cream if you need more moisture to hold the dough together.

4. Peanut Butter

Creamy peanut butter gives these scones a rich and nutty flavor that is perfect for peanut butter lovers. The buttery crumb of the scone provides the perfect balance to the savory peanut butter. I love adding a handful of roasted peanuts into the batter for that crunch and explosive peanut flavor.

How to Make: Add 2 Tbsp of peanut butter and a splash of heavy cream to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). For crunch and added nutrition, use crunchy peanut butter, or add ½ cup of chopped peanuts.

5. Double Chocolate

These scones are a chocolate lover's dream, with rich cocoa flavors and mini chocolate chips throughout. For an extra decadent twist, dip them in melted chocolate. It's just as good as a dessert!

How to Make: Add 2 Tbsp of cocoa powder and ½ cup mini chocolate chips to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). Add an additional tablespoon of milk or heavy cream if you need more moisture to hold the dough together.

6. Greek Yogurt

Creamy Greek yogurt adds a subtle tang and moistness to these scones, enhancing their texture and flavor. The scones are light and fluffy, with a delicate crumb that melts in your mouth

How to Make: Replace the main liquid (milk, buttermilk or heavy cream) of your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones) with strained Greek Yogurt. Add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. For more flavor, add a teaspoon of finely grated lemon zest.

7. Banana Nut

Ripe bananas and crunchy nuts come together in these scones, offering a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors. The bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, while the nuts provide a satisfying crunch. These scones are a great way to use up ripe bananas and make for a hearty breakfast or snack option.

How to Make: Replace the main liquid of your favorite plain scone recipe (milk, buttermilk or heavy cream) with ripe mashed bananas. Add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. For more flavor, add a teaspoon of cinnamon powder.

8. Matcha White Chocolate

These scones vivid green and delicious. It's one of my favorite sweet scone flavors, and they offer a unique twist with earthy matcha flavors complemented by creamy white chocolate chips. The combination creates a delightful balance of bitter and sweet notes in every bite. They're perfect with a cup of tea!

How to Make: Add 1 Tablespoon of matcha powder to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). Add ⅓ cup of white chocolate chips.

9. Coconut Cream

Coconut lovers will adore these scones, infused with coconut milk and topped with a creamy coconut glaze. The scones are light and fluffy, with a subtle coconut flavor that is not overpowering.

How to Make: Replace the main liquid (milk, buttermilk or heavy cream) of your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones) with strained full fat coconut milk. Add ⅓ cup of sweetened coconut flakes. For the glaze, mix 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 Tbsp of coconut milk. Once the scones are fully cooled, thinly spread the glaze over the top and sides of the scones and sprinkle coconut flakes over the glaze.

10. Sweet Potato Scones

Blending the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with cinnamon, these tender scones are a perfect balance of sweet and savory. A hint of brown sugar adds just the right touch of sweetness.

How to Make: Replace the main liquid of your favorite plain scone recipe (milk, buttermilk or heavy cream) with cooked mashed sweet potatoes. Add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. For more flavor, add a teaspoon of cinnamon powder.

11. Blueberry

Packed with wild blueberries, these scones are a celebration of summer flavors. The sweet and tart berries are evenly distributed throughout the scone, ensuring that each bite is bursting with fruity goodness.

How to Make: Add up to ¾ cups of frozen blueberries and 1 teaspoon of finely grated lemon zest to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). You may have to increase the cooking time by 5 minutes because of the frozen blueberries

12. Cinnamon Applesauce

These scones are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, with the warm cinnamon and sweet applesauce adding a comforting touch. The scones are moist and tender, with a hint of tartness from the applesauce, making them a healthy treat for any time of day.

How to Make: Replace the main liquid of your favorite plain scone recipe (milk, buttermilk or heavy cream) with applesauce. Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder, ¼ cup of old fashioned oats. Afterwards, add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Sprinkle the tops with brown sugar before baking.

13. Strawberry

Made with freeze-dried strawberries, each scone bursts with sweet, tangy flavor. Moist, tender, and flaky, they're perfect for any time of day.

How to Make: Add ¼ cup of freeze dried strawberries to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones). Add a tablespoon or two of heavy cream if you need more moisture to hold the dough together.

14. Cranberry Orange

Tangy, Sweet, and Perfect for Any Occasion - these cranberry and orange scones are a perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a tender crumb that is delightful with morning coffee or afternoon coffee. Don't forget the orange glaze - they'll brighten up the orange flavors even more.

How to Make: Add 1 Tbsp of orange zest and ⅓ cup of dried cranberries to your favorite plain scone recipe (for 6-8 scones).

Need More? Check out the Savory Scone Flavor List ---> HERE