Hamdi Saidani Rhubarb Scones Recipe made of fresh rhubarb, flour, butter, and cream. Serve 8. Takes about 35 minutes to make. These buttery, crumbly scones are packed with tart rhubarb and perfect with tea or coffee for a quick snack or breakfast.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Rhubarb Scones Recipe
- Quick and easy to make at home: These scones come together in about 30 minutes, making them a fast and satisfying bake for any day of the week. No complicated steps or special tools needed.
- Uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients: Flour, sugar, butter, cream, and rhubarb—most of these are already in your kitchen. No need for fancy extras or hard-to-find items.
- A delicious way to use fresh rhubarb :Got fresh rhubarb from the garden or market? This recipe is the perfect way to showcase its tangy flavor in a buttery, tender scone.
- Rich, buttery, and flaky texture: Thanks to cold butter and cream, the scones bake up with golden edges and soft, fluffy centers. Every bite melts in your mouth.
🧈 Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped fresh rhubarb
- Extra cream + sugar (for brushing and topping)
🥟 Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until mixture is crumbly.
- Add cream and vanilla. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in chopped rhubarb gently.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface. Press into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place on the baking sheet.
- Brush with cream and sprinkle sugar on top.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden. Cool slightly and serve warm.
✅ Recipe Tips
- Use very cold butter for a flaky texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough—handle it as little as possible.
- Rhubarb should be diced small to distribute evenly.
- Add orange or lemon zest for a citrusy touch.
- Freeze unbaked scones and bake straight from the freezer.
🍓 What To Serve With Rhubarb Scones?
Serve Rhubarb Scones with clotted cream, whipped butter or fruit jam. Add coffee, tea, or fresh juice for a full breakfast or brunch. They also go great with yogurt and berries for a light afternoon snack or dessert platter.
🧊 How To Store Leftovers Rhubarb Scones?
- Room Temperature: Storeleftovers rhubarb scones in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Wrap leftovers rhubarb scones individually and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.
🔥 How To Reheat Leftover Rhubarb Scones?
- Oven: Warm leftovers rhubarb scones in a 300°F (150°C) oven for up 5–10 minutes.
- Microwave: Heat each leftovers rhubarb scones for 20 seconds. Avoid overheating to keep it soft.
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen rhubarb in Rhubarb Scones?
Yes, frozen rhubarb works well, but it needs to be thawed completely and drained well. Frozen rhubarb releases a lot of moisture, which can make the dough too wet. Pat it dry with paper towels before mixing it into the dough to avoid soggy scones.
Why are my scones dry?
Dry scones usually happen because of overbaking or too much flour. Use a light hand when mixing, and don’t add extra flour while shaping the dough unless necessary. Also, make sure your oven isn’t too hot and bake only until the tops are lightly golden.
How do I keep scones from spreading?
Use cold butter and avoid overmixing the dough. Chilling the shaped scones for 15–20 minutes before baking helps them hold their shape and results in flakier layers. Also, don’t overwork the dough, or it’ll get too warm and soft.
Do I need a scone cutter?
No. You don’t need any special cutter. Just press the dough into a circle and use a sharp knife or bench scraper to cut it into wedges. This rustic triangle shape is traditional and simple.
What’s the best way to mix scone dough?
Use your hands or a pastry cutter to cut cold butter into the dry ingredients until crumbly. Then stir in the wet ingredients just until combined. The dough should look rough and shaggy—don’t knead it like bread.
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🧾 Rhubarb Scones Nutrition Facts (1 scone approx.):
- Calories: 280
- Carbs: 36g
- Sugar: 9g
- Fat: 13g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
