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12 incredible ideas for scone toppings

cheesy pumpkin scones

Whether you’re a fan of a freshly baked, sweet scone on a lazy Sunday morning or prefer snacking on warm savoury scones at tea time, there’s no denying that these universal favourites are a guaranteed winner at the table. But, why not stray from the classic jam-n-cream combo when you next bake them up?

From creamy cheeses and tomato relishes for your savoury goodies, to butters, jams and lemon curds, you’ll have no shortage of inspiration with these easy recipes. Happy cooking!

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Classic scones

Classic scones

The secret to perfect scones is cold ingredients. Chill your milk and butter before mixing them together for the best teatime nibbles.

Blueberry scones with vanilla frûche

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Blueberry scones with vanilla frûche

Blueberry scones with vanilla frûche

Scones with jam and cream

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Scones with jam and cream

Scones with jam and cream

Fresh warm scones with jam and double cream are one of the true delights in the afternoon tea repertoire. If you can get your hands on some proper clotted cream, all the better.

Photographer: Stuart Scott. Stylist: Viciki Liley

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Parmesan scones with goats cheese and tapenade

Mini parmesan scones with goats cheese & tapenade make delicate, tasty little canapes.

gingerbread scones with lemon glace icing

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Gingerbread scones with lemon glace icing

Gingerbread scones with lemon glace icing

Sticky Date Scones

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Sticky date scones

Give your regular afternoon-tea fare a sweet lift with these sticky date scones. The butterscotch sauce adds a deliciously luscious note to this decadent treat. Enjoy.

Scone Pizza

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Scone pizza

When you’re after a tasty snack in a hurry, look no further than this scone pizza. Topped with grilled vegetables, it fills tummies and contributes to the 5-a-day quota.

Real cherry jam

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Real cherry jam

Real cherry jam

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Strawberry jam

Home-made strawberry jam is simply the best. Make it at the height of the season, when the berries are cheap and plentiful. If you’re near to one of the pick-your-own places, all the better.

lemon curd

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Our unbeatable lemon curd recipe

Our unbeatable lemon curd recipe

Learn how to make lemon curd and you’ll unlock a delicious topping for toast, scones, pikelets and pancakes as well as a dreamy filling for tarts and sponge cake.

kumara, blue cheese and walnut scones

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Kumara, blue cheese and walnut scones

Kumara, blue cheese and walnut scones

cheesy pumpkin scones

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Cheesy pumpkin scones

Cheesy pumpkin scones

Pumpkin + cheese = heaven!

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