These yogurt scones are soft, tender, and beautifully fluffy, making them a perfect English-style scones recipe for breakfast or afternoon tea. Adding yogurt creates a light texture and moist crumb, resulting in some of the best homemade scones you can make with simple pantry ingredients.
Ingredients for Yogurt Scones
1 tablespoon sugar
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons cold water
2½ tablespoons baking powder
¾ cup plain yogurt
A pinch of salt
¾ cup butter, cold and cubed
How to Make Yogurt Scones (Step-by-Step)
Yogurt scones are a classic British dessert traditionally enjoyed at afternoon tea. The yogurt gives the dough a soft and tender texture, which is the secret to making light and fluffy scones from scratch.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) with top and bottom heat. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
Add the cold butter and rub it into the dry ingredients using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, yogurt, and cold water.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, gently mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it to about 1-inch thickness.
Cut into rounds using a cookie cutter or glass and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the scones are golden and well risen.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these homemade yogurt scones warm with butter, clotted cream, or fruit jam for a truly traditional English tea experience.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Soft, tender, and fluffy texture
Easy scones recipe with yogurt
Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea
Made with simple, everyday ingredients
