Simple Fluffy No Butter Scone Recipe

✨ Craving warm, fluffy scones but don’t have butter on hand? Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with a recipe so simple and light, you’ll wonder why you ever complicated it!

Welcome to my kitchen, where simple ingredients meet irresistible comfort! These No Butter Fluffy Scones are a game-changer for anyone who wants to whip up a quick teatime treat without the stress. Whether you’re out of butter or just looking for a lighter alternative, this recipe is proof that you don’t need fancy ingredients to make something deliciously satisfying. Soft on the inside, golden on the outside, and ready in a few minutes—let’s get baking!

Ingredients:

3 cups self-rising flour

1/2 tsp fine salt

1/4 cup castor sugar

3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

3/4 cup soda water

Raisins are (optional)

Method:

Preheat oven to 200 Celsius

Combine self-rising flour and salt. Whisk the heavy whipping cream and soda water. Using a spatula, gradually add the liquid a little at a time to the dry ingredients and mix. Gather the dough together and transfer it to the floured surface. Gently knead, bringing dough together. Use a cookie cutter and cut out scones and place them on a baking tray, and brush with full-cream milk. Bake for 15 minutes or until slightly golden. Please check in with a toothpick. Transfer to a wire rack and cool.

Serve with a topping of your choice and enjoy!

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How to Serve These Fluffy Scones!

These scones are best enjoyed warm, straight from the oven—soft, fluffy, and perfect for layering with your favorite toppings.

✨ For a sweet touch:

Spread generously with whipped cream and a dollop of strawberry or apricot jam
Drizzle with honey or maple syrup
Dust with icing sugar for a café-style finish

✨ For a savory twist:

Add a slice of cheese and a spoon of chutney or tomato relish
Serve with herbed cream cheese or a touch of garlic butter (yes, even though there’s no butter in the dough!)

These scones are like a blank canvas—soft, fluffy, and ready for whatever you’re craving. Serve with a hot cup of tea or coffee, and you’ve got yourself the perfect little moment of comfort.