Easy Bisquick scones with chocolate chips or raisins are an easy breakfast or dessert to make with pancake mix. No resting or rising needed. We have a lot of Bisquick Recipes our site because it makes baking easier.
Scones are super easy to bake. If you are hosting a breakfast or a brunch they can be whipped up in less than 30 minutes and everyone will think you slaved for hours. Sprinkled with powdered sugar or a drizzle of glaze makes them yum #1. (affiliate links present)
Bisquick Scones Recipe
Being able to start with a mix that already has the leavening agents inside makes baking that much easier. Letโs call it semi-homemade shall we. Like our Bisquick sausage balls, this too is an easy to an Old Fashioned favorite and nobody will know the difference. ๐
If you are new to this breakfast item traditionally served with tea and our impossible pie, letโs talk about them for a quick second here. Some say they are dry, but if made properly, dense is a better term. The baking time is crucial so they arenโt dried out, so stay close to the oven at the end.
Only thought of using this yellow box for breakfast items? Think again. Way outside of the box you can make savory things with it too, even with meat and all!! Yep, from Taco Balls that also serve as a fun party food to chicken cobbler we have made it all friends. And will continue to add others as we goโฆ..
As far as the mix goes there are other brands out there. Jiffy baking mix and Krusteauz are essentially made the same but are going to differ ever so slightly. You will probably not know the difference but some have a bit more sweetness to themโฆwhich you may actually like more. Try them all and see.
Ingredients
- 2 c Bisquick baking mix comes in regular, Heart healthy and gluten free. I use regular in the yellow box
- Granulated sugar for sweet you will want
- Butter unsalted, cold, cubed or dairy free alternative works
- Milk whole or dairy free alternative
- 1 tsp vanilla extract is a nice add in
- 1/2 c raisins optional, could use mini chocolate chips
Why do you use cold butter for scones?
Just like how to make Bisquick biscuits fluffy, cold butter in a scone recipe is a crucial step that plays a significant role in achieving the desired texture and flavor. When incorporated into the dough, it creates small pockets of fat. During baking, these pockets of cold fat melt and release steam, which creates flaky layers.
How to Make Bisquick Scones
- Preheat your oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine your dry ingredients.
- Add the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender to mix until it resembles sand like crumbs or so.
- Pour in wet ingredients and stir the mixture until just combined. You do not want to over-mix the dough as it can become stiff if you do.
- Fold in raisins or mini chocolate chips if you want to now.
- Knead it gently a few times, then pat or roll the dough into a circle.
- Cut out with a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops with a little milk or egg wash for a golden color during baking.
- Bake until golden brown on top and cool on a wire rack.
What can you add to scones?
In the past we made this Pumpkin Scones but dried fruits are easier like raisins, currants, apricots, or cranberries can add natural sweetness and texture. Semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips can make them delightfully indulgent. Add a splash of vanilla, almond, or coconut extract for an extra layer of flavor.
Could sprinkle tops with powdered sugar like we do with Bisquick muffins, or whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar + enough milk to thin into a glaze and drizzle on top. Serve with a cup of coffee and there you have your 20 minute scone recipe to make again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chilling the scone dough helps to firm up the fats (usually butter) inside. When the scones are baked, these cold solid fat pockets melt and create steam, which gives the scones a flaky and tender texture. It also can make it easier to work with, to shape and cut more easily when itโs firmer.
Basically. Both are typically used to make pancakes but can be used as baking mixes for scones as we will show you here, crepes, funnel cakes and other treats. Krusteauz mix is a bit sweeter with a slightly higher sugar content, other than that you wouldnโt be able to tell the difference.
Not exactly but yes you could use them both in similar ways to make a bunch of different baked goods. They are both dry baking mixes used for pancakes, muffins and other sweets and could be substituted for one another if you only have one.
How to save leftovers
Cool warm scones completely on a wire rack. Avoid sealing them in an airtight container while they are still warm, as this can create condensation and make them soggy. Individually wrap each in plastic wrap.
This helps prevent moisture loss and keeps them from drying out. Place them in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. Make sure to remove as much air as possible from the bag before sealing it.
If you plan to consume within a day or two, you can store them at room temperature in a cool, dry place. However, be mindful of any fillings or toppings that may spoil if left out for too long. Or in freezer bags can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
Bisquick Scones
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 Bowl
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 c bisquick
- 1/2 c sugar
- 1/3 c butter, unsalted, cold, cubed
- 1/2 c milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, mini sizes, or raisins work (optional)
- 1 tbsp milk, for brushing on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, combine Bisquick baking mix and granulated sugar. Mix well to ensure the sugar is evenly distributed.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture until just combined. If desired, fold in raisins or mini chocolate chips at this stage.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently a few times until it comes together. Pat or roll the dough into a circle about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
- Cut out scones from the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
- Brush the tops with a little milk. This will give them a golden color during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the scones are golden brown on top. Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes.
- Could sprinkle tops with powdered sugar or whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar + enough milk to thin into a glaze and drizzle on top.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Can you use blueberryโs?
Fresh would likely get smashed and the juices leak out making the dough incorrect. If you wanted these I would suggest dried blueberries folded in
This is a very delicious recipe. Not dry like many scone recipes. I used half raisins and half craisins in the recipe and added 1/2 tsp of cinnamon to the dough. I sprinkled the tops of each scone with turbinado sugar instead of icing. The texture of the scones was crisp on the outside and moist inside. Everyone loved them.
Glad they were a hit