Honey Plum Scones.

Mid to late summer scones

Scones are so comforting. And you may be thinking that comfort food has no place during the summer, but sometimes you just need a fresh baked good to cheer you up.

I love these simple Honey Plum Scones that are not a fuss to prepare and come together in less than an hour. Plus, you can add your own fixings, and if you’re not feeling the plums/prunes, substitute with other dried or fresh fruit!

The honey adds just the right amount of extra sweetness as well as a glossy finish that is very appetizing…at least to me 🙂

If you make this recipe, be sure to tag your creation with the hashtag #foodfinessa.

Honey Plum Scones.

  • 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white, granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons 1 stick unsalted butter, shredded
  • 1-1/2 cups prunes or frozen plums, chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon (for spreading on top) buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
  • Honey
  1. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Working quickly, cut in cold butter using two knives or your hands. Fold in prunes or frozen plums.
  2. Fold in egg, buttermilk, and extract until just combined. Form dough into square on a well-floured surface. Transfer to cookie sheet, and cut into 4 by 4 inch squares. Separate squares, and place them about 4 inches apart. Chill scones in refrigerator for 30 minutes while you preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spread extra 1 tablespoon of buttermilk on top of scones. Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top.

  3. Bake scones for 15-18 minutes or until firm and golden brown. Serve warm with honey and butter. Enjoy!

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