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Delicious Birthday Cake Scones Recipe with Colorful Sprinkles Easy and Perfect

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These Birthday Cake Scones are tender, flaky, and bursting with colorful sprinkles, making them a joyful and easy breakfast treat perfect for celebrations or any day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2/3 cup (160 ml) heavy cream (can substitute full-fat milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup (about 75 g) colorful sprinkles (preferably jimmies)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mix. Use a pastry cutter or fork to work the butter into the flour until pea-sized lumps form.
  4. Gently fold in the colorful sprinkles, being careful not to overmix to avoid color bleeding.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and beaten egg until smooth.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. If the dough is too wet, add a tablespoon of flour at a time.
  7. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently pat or roll into a 7-inch (18 cm) circle about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick.
  8. Cut the dough into 8 equal triangles using a sharp knife or bench scraper.
  9. Place the scones about 2 inches (5 cm) apart on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little extra cream or beaten egg for a golden finish.
  10. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the scones are puffed and golden brown on top.
  11. Let the scones cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep butter cold and mix dough just until combined to maintain flaky texture. Use jimmies sprinkles to prevent color bleeding. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan margarine and cream with coconut milk. Dough can be chilled for 10-15 minutes before shaping if kitchen is warm. Avoid microwaving leftovers to prevent rubbery texture; reheat in oven instead.

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