Mary Berry Gluten-Free Scones Recipe

These Mary Berry gluten-free scones are light, fluffy, and just as delicious as classic scones. Using a good gluten-free flour blend helps keep the texture soft. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream!

Ingredients Needed

• 2¾ cups (350g) gluten-free self-raising flour (or plain gluten-free flour + 2 tsp baking powder)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup (55g) salted butter, softened
• ¼ cup (50g) sugar
• 2 extra-large eggs, beaten
• ¾ cup (180ml) buttermilk (or regular milk + 1 teaspoon lemon juice)
• 1 teaspoon xanthan gum (if your flour blend doesn’t have it)
• A little milk, for brushing

How To Make Gluten-Free Scones

1. Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and xanthan gum (if using).
3. Add the Butter: Rub the softened butter into the flour using your fingertips until it looks like fine crumbs.
4. Make the Dough: In a small bowl, beat the eggs and mix them with the buttermilk. Slowly pour this into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels dry, add a little more buttermilk.
5. Shape the Scones: Lightly flour a surface and place the dough on it. Gently press it down to about ¾ inch thick. Use a 2-inch cutter to cut out scones. Gather the leftover dough, press it together, and cut out more scones.
6. Bake: Place the scones on the baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little milk. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool on a wire rack.
7. Serve: Enjoy warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.

Recipe Tips

• Use a good gluten-free flour mix for the best results.
• Don’t overwork the dough, or the scones may be dense.
• Wrap warm scones in a tea towel to keep them soft.

How To Store These Scones

At Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Warm in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes before serving.

In the Freezer: Freeze in an airtight bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and warm in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (Per Scone)

• Calories: 170
• Carbs: 27g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 5g
• Sugar: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sodium: 180mg

Try More Recipes:

• Mary Berry Buttermilk Scones
• Mary Berry Fruit Scones
• Mary Berry Very Best Scones