🥕 Carrot & Raisin Scones – Moist, Flavorful, and Perfectly Spiced
Bake tender and flavorful carrot & raisin scones with this professional recipe. Lightly spiced, moist, and studded with sweet raisins — perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea.
✨ Introduction – A Comforting Twist on a Classic
Scones are a timeless bakery staple, and the Carrot & Raisin Scone offers a wholesome twist. Freshly grated carrots add natural sweetness and moisture, while raisins and warm spices create a fragrant, comforting bite. Perfect for elegant brunches, cozy breakfasts, or afternoon tea.
💡 Why This Recipe Works
Moist Texture – Carrots keep scones soft yet light.
Balanced Sweetness – Raisins add natural bursts of flavor.
Professional Rise – Cold butter and minimal handling yield flaky layers.
Depth of Flavor – Cinnamon and nutmeg complement the sweetness.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8 Scones)
250 g all-purpose flour
50 g light brown sugar
10 g baking powder
2 g ground cinnamon
1 g ground nutmeg
3 g fine sea salt
115 g cold unsalted butter, cubed
120 g finely grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
80 g raisins (soaked in warm water 10 min, drained)
120 ml cold whole milk (plus extra for brushing)
1 large egg
5 ml pure vanilla extract
Optional Glaze:
100 g powdered sugar
15–20 ml milk or orange juice
1–2 drops vanilla extract
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Method
1️⃣ Preheat and Prepare
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Line baking sheet with parchment.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3️⃣ Cut in Butter
Add cold butter cubes.
Rub in with fingertips or cut with pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4️⃣ Add Carrot and Raisins
Stir in grated carrot and raisins.
5️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
Whisk milk, egg, and vanilla.
Pour into dry mix and stir gently until just combined.
6️⃣ Shape and Cut
Turn dough onto floured surface.
Pat into a 2.5 cm thick circle.
Cut into 8 wedges.
7️⃣ Bake
Arrange wedges on baking sheet, 2–3 cm apart.
Brush with milk.
Bake 15–18 minutes until golden.
8️⃣ Optional Glaze
Mix glaze ingredients until smooth.
Drizzle over cooled scones.
🎯 Professional Tips
Cold Ingredients = Flaky layers.
No Overmixing – Keeps texture light.
Plump Raisins – Soaking prevents dryness.
Fresh Grating – Carrots retain moisture.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Warm with salted butter or clotted cream.
Pair with chai tea or medium roast coffee.
Serve with spiced cream cheese for a gourmet touch.
🥶 Storage
Airtight at room temp: up to 2 days.
Freeze unglazed for 2 months; reheat before serving.
📊 Nutritional Information (per scone)
Calories: 260 kcal
Fat: 11 g
Carbs: 37 g
Protein: 4 g
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