Mary Berry Banana Scones Recipe

If you love soft, buttery scones with a naturally sweet twist, this Mary Berry Banana Scones Recipe is a wonderful bake to try. These golden scones are light, tender, and filled with rich banana flavor that pairs beautifully with butter, cream, or jam. They are simple enough for beginner bakers while still delivering classic bakery-style results at home. Ready in under 35 minutes, they make a comforting breakfast, afternoon tea treat, or easy weekend bake.

What Are Mary Berry Banana Scones?

Mary Berry Banana Scones are classic British-style scones made with ripe bananas for extra moisture, sweetness, and flavor. Unlike plain scones, these have a softer crumb with a delicate banana aroma and lightly crisp edges. They are less sweet than banana bread but richer and more flavorful than traditional plain scones.

The texture is beautifully light and fluffy inside while remaining buttery and golden on the outside. Served warm with butter or clotted cream, they make a perfect homemade tea-time treat.

Mary Berry Banana Scones Recipe Ingredients

For the Banana Scones

• 225g self-raising flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 50g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 25g caster sugar
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 100ml milk
• 1 medium egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Glaze

• 1 tbsp milk

Optional for Serving

• Butter
• Strawberry jam
• Clotted cream
• Honey

Preparation and Baking Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Bake Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 27 minutes
• Servings: 8 scones

How to Make Mary Berry Banana Scones Recipe

• Prepare the oven: Preheat the oven to 220°C or 200°C fan. Line a baking tray with baking parchment and place a shelf in the centre of the oven for even baking.
• Mix the dry ingredients: Add the self-raising flour, baking powder, caster sugar, and salt into a large mixing bowl. Stir together until evenly combined.
• Rub in the butter: Add the cold cubed butter and rub it into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
• Prepare the wet mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Form the dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture and gently stir using a knife or spatula until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing or the scones may become heavy.
• Shape the scones: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it out to about 2.5cm thickness. Use a round cutter to stamp out the scones.
• Arrange on the tray: Place the scones onto the prepared baking tray, leaving space between each one. Brush the tops lightly with milk for a golden finish.
• Bake the scones: Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until well risen and lightly golden on top.
• Cool and serve: Transfer the banana scones to a wire rack and allow them to cool slightly before serving warm with butter, jam, or cream.

Tips for the Best Banana Scones

How do I keep banana scones light and fluffy?

Handle the dough as little as possible and avoid kneading heavily. Overworking the dough develops gluten and creates dense scones.

Should the butter be cold?

Yes, cold butter creates steam while baking, helping the scones rise properly and develop a tender texture.

What bananas work best?

Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and banana flavor.

Why did my scones spread too much?

The dough may have been too wet. Add a little extra flour if the dough feels sticky while shaping.

Can I add extra ingredients?

Yes, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, raisins, or cinnamon all work beautifully in this recipe.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with salted butter
• Add strawberry jam and clotted cream
• Drizzle lightly with honey
• Pair with hot tea or coffee
• Serve alongside fresh berries

Storage Instructions

Room Temperature

Store the cooled banana scones in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Warm slightly before serving for the best texture.

Refrigerator

Keep refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes before eating.

Freezing

Freeze the scones in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and warm in the oven before serving.

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 220 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 31g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Sodium: 230mg

Nutrition values are estimated and may vary depending on ingredients used.

FAQs

Mary Berry Banana Scones Recipe

Recipe by Milli RoseCourse: BreakfastCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy

Servings

8

scones

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

12

minutes

Total time

27

minutes

Calories

220

kcal

27

minutes

Soft, buttery banana scones with a light texture and naturally sweet banana flavor. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or an easy homemade treat.

Ingredients

• 225g self-raising flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 50g unsalted butter, cold and cubed

• 25g caster sugar

• 1 ripe banana, mashed

• 100ml milk

• 1 medium egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Directions

• Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Line a baking tray with baking parchment.
• Mix self-raising flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
• Rub cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs.
• Whisk together mashed banana, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
• Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
• Pat dough out to 2.5cm thick and cut into rounds.
• Place onto prepared tray and brush tops with milk.
• Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until risen and golden.
• Cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm.

Notes

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
• Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the scones light.
• Best served warm on the day of baking.