The first thought that pops into your head when you wake up — coffee. The second? Scones. If it isn’t scones, there’s a very good reason why: It’s because you haven’t had any of these tasty iterations before. The British-born pastry has been around since even before Queen Victoria sat on her throne, but it’s still king of breakfast pastry options today. Here are 15 exciting and (most importantly) delicious ways to recreate the classic breakfast treat.
1. Black Tea and Honey Scones: If you like the taste of a traditional scone, but are looking to amp up the flavor, consider this recipe. These incredibly light and fluffy scones are simple, yet delicious, thanks to the subtle hints of black tea and honey. (via Feed Me Seymour)
2. Cherry Almond Ricotta Drop Scones: The tartness of the dried cherries, the sweetness of the ricotta cheese and the nuttiness of the almonds work together to create this rich and creamy scone. (via Full Fork Ahead)
3. Vegan Chocolate Banana Scones: If you’re worried about bikini season, but craving a scone, try this guilt-free recipe that uses coconut flour, bananas and vegan semi-sweet chocolate. (via Family Fresh Cooking)
4. Savory Scones With Gruyere, Prosciutto and Green Onion: For those who don’t have much of a sweet tooth when it comes to breakfast, this savory scone — oozing with cheese and prosciutto — is right up your alley. (via Kitchen Confidante)
5. Mocha Scones: If you like your mornings caffeine-filled, get an extra jolt from these mocha scones. Coffee + chocolate = party in your mouth. (via My Baking Addiction)
6. Blueberry Cream Scones With Meyer Lemon Glaze: These are the kind of scones you’d expect to find at a fancy bakery. But now, you can create a breakfast masterpiece in the comfort of your home. And have seconds. And thirds. (via Buns in My Oven)
7. Carrot Cake Scones: Whoever said you couldn’t have a healthy slice of carrot cake for breakfast was totally wrong. (via Texanerin)
8. Red Velvet Scones: That same person who told you that fib about the carrot cake probably said the same thing about red velvet scones. Again, they are wrong. (via Something Swanky)
9. Pumpkin Sage Scones: Nothing will wake up your tastebuds quite like taking a bite out of this herbaceous scone. (via Baker Bettie)
10. Vegan Avocado Scones: You love avocados, but you never thought to put them into a scone until now. The pitted fruit adds an unexpected creamy texture to this slightly sweet, gluten-free scone. (via Family Fresh Cooking)
11. Banana Toffee Scones: This is the best thing to happen to breakfast since sliced banana bread. (via Inside Bru Crew Life)
12. Cheddar Bacon Scone: You like cheddar cheese. You like bacon. Funny because that’s exactly what this recipe calls for. (via Jen’s Favorite Cookies)
13. Steel Cut Oat and Greek Yogurt Blueberry Scones: Elevate your usual breakfast ingredients by combining them into a delicious and healthy scone instead. (via I Food Real)
14. Sweet Potato Scones With Maple Cream Glaze: For those averse to too-sweet treats, consider making a batch of these. The use of the root vegetable adds a subtle flavor that’s equal parts savory and sweet. (via Brown Eyed Baker)
15. Chocolate Coconut Scones: We hear it’s best to eat scones the day they’re baked, and we don’t foresee that being a problem with this scrumptious scone recipe. (via Mercie Ghimire Photography)
What’s your favorite kind of scone? Tell us in the comments section below!
