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Pistachio Scones Recipe

Pistachio Scones Recipe

This Pistachio Scones Recipe creates buttery, golden scones filled with the nutty sweetness of roasted pistachios. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or tea time, these scones are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve them warm with clotted cream, a drizzle of honey, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an indulgent treat. Author: Use Default (Don’t Show) Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 Times: Prep Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 20 minutes Resting Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 0 minutes Total Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 35 minutes Categories: Baking, Pastry, Breakfast Recipes Courses: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert Cuisines: British, American Keywords: Pistachio Scones, Homemade Scones, Nutty Scone Recipe, Afternoon Tea Scones
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour – Spoon and level method.
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter – Grated or cut into small cubes.
  • 2/3 cup shelled pistachios – Lightly toasted and chopped.
  • 2/3 cup whole milk or heavy cream – Plus extra for brushing.
  • 1 large egg – Lightly beaten.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 2 tbsp coarse sugar – For topping.

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl – For combining ingredients.
  • 1 Pastry cutter or grater – To incorporate butter into the flour.
  • 1 Baking sheet – For baking the scones.
  • 1 Parchment paper – To prevent sticking.
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons – For accurate ingredient measurement.

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in Butter – Using a pastry cutter or grater, work the cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add Pistachios – Stir in the chopped pistachios.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients – In a small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Combine – Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  7. Shape Dough – Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, gently pat into an 8-inch circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
  8. Prepare for Baking – Place wedges on the baking sheet, brush tops with milk, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  9. Bake – Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until scones are golden brown.
  10. Serve – Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
  11. Nutrition (per serving):
  12. Calories: 320 kcal

Notes

You can use whole wheat flour for added fiber.
Add lemon zest for a fresh, citrusy flavor.
These scones can be frozen before baking; bake straight from the freezer, adding 2–3 minutes to the baking time.