Funfetti Scones
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These cheerful Funfetti Scones are so fluffy, filled with plenty of colorful rainbow sprinkles and topped with a simple vanilla glaze!
Eating one of these colorful Funfetti Scones is such an exciting way to start your day because they’re like funfetti cake in the form of breakfast! They’re fluffy, super easy to make in just one bowl and bursting with brightly colored rainbow sprinkles in every bite.
Looking for more funfetti recipes? Try my Funfetti Donuts, Funfetti Sandwich Cookies or Small Batch Funfetti Cupcakes!
Ingredient Breakdown
All-purpose flour – gives the scones structure.
Granulated sugar – provides sweetness.
Baking soda & baking powder – both leaveners are needed to help the scones rise.
Butter – provides flavor and structure. I always recommend using unsalted butter but salted butter works if that’s all you have on hand, just be sure to omit the 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Make sure to keep the butter cold!
Half and half – makes the scones so flavorful and fluffy. Make sure to keep the half and half cold! You can also substitute with buttermilk or heavy cream.
Vanilla extract and salt – enhances flavor. Always use pure vanilla extract instead of imitation for best flavor.
Sprinkles – make sure that you use jimmies and not nonpareils because nonpareils tend to bleed into the dough as you mix it. Confetti quins will also work if that’s all you have on hand.
How To Make Funfetti Scones
1. In a mixing bowl combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Place bowl on a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
2. Add the cold cubed butter and mix on low until the butter is pea sized.
3. With the mixer on low, gradually add the half and half to the mixture then add in the sprinkles. Stop mixing once the dough is just combined.
4. On a lightly floured surface, form the dough into a rectangle then fold onto itself (this helps to create layers). Shape the dough into an 8 inch disc then cut into 8 triangles and place on the prepared baking sheet. Place in the freezer then preheat the oven to 400°F.
5. If desired brush the tops of the scones with half and half (or milk) then bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Make the Vanilla Glaze: in a small bowl whisk the confectioners’ sugar, milk, vanilla extract and salt, to taste. Dip cooled scones into the glaze or drizzle glaze on top of them. Store Funfetti Scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Pro Tips For Funfetti Scones
- Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate; baking is a science after all!
- Don’t over mix the dough! After adding the sprinkles, only mix until the dough just begins to come together. Over mixing = more gluten development which means your scones will be tough.
- Keep the dough cold! If your dough is too warm your scones won’t turn out tall and fluffy. If you begin to notice your scone dough starts to get too warm, put it in the fridge for a few minutes.
- Keep your butter and half and half cold! When making scones you don’t want warm ingredients or dough because it will throw off the texture of your scones!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Funfetti Scones Be Frozen?
Yes, unbaked Funfetti Scones can be easily frozen! Place the unbaked scones onto a parchment lined baking sheet then freeze until solid. Once the scones are frozen, transfer them to a zip top bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake straight from the freezer at 400°F for 18-20 minutes.
What Is Funfetti?
Funfetti is just vanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles added to the batter before baking. It doesn’t really taste any different from vanilla cake but the pop of color from the sprinkles makes it look so fun! In this case, our funfetti is a vanilla scone with rainbow sprinkles.
Which Sprinkles Are Best For Funfetti Donuts?
When making any type of funfetti dessert, whether it be cake, cookies, etc., you should always use jimmies sprinkles! You never want to use nonpareils because they tend to bleed into the batter. Confetti quins will also work if that’s all you have on hand.
More Scone recipes You’ll Love
- Mocha Scones
- Blueberry Drop Scones
- Nutella Scones
- Apple Pie Scones
- Cheddar Chive Scones
- Carrot Cake Scones
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Funfetti Scones
Equipment
- Stand mixer
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
Funfetti Scones
- 330 g (2 3/4) cups all-purpose flour
- 100 g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 113 g (1/2 cup) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 120 g (1/2 cup) half and half
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 48 g (1/4) rainbow sprinkles
Vanilla Glaze
- 120 g (1 cup) confectioners' sugar
- 20 g (1 tbsp + 1 tsp) milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- salt, to taste
- extra sprinkles for topping
Instructions
Funfetti Scones
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper then set aside.
- In a mixing bowl combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Place bowl on a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
- Add the cold cubed butter and mix on low until the butter is pea sized.
- With the mixer on low, gradually add the half and half to the mixture then add in the sprinkles. Stop mixing once the dough is just combined.
- On a lightly floured surface, form the dough into a rectangle then fold onto itself (this helps to create layers). Shape the dough into an 8 inch disc then cut into 8 triangles and place on the prepared baking sheet. Place in the freezer then preheat the oven to 400°F.
- If desired brush the tops of the scones with half and half (or milk) then bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Vanilla Glaze
- In a small bowl whisk the confectioners’ sugar, milk, vanilla extract and salt, to taste. Dip cooled scones into the glaze or drizzle glaze on top of them. Store Funfetti Scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Weigh your ingredients using a kitchen scale! Measuring ingredients by volume is not accurate.
- Butter: I recommend using unsalted butter. You can use salted butter, just be sure to omit the 1/4 tsp salt.
- Store Funfetti Scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Unbaked Funfetti Scones can be frozen for up to 3 months in a zip-top bag.
- Nutrition: the provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Please read my Nutrition Disclaimer for more information.
Funfetti Scones are perfect for an Easter Brunch!