Simple Three-Ingredient Scones

Whip up these easy Three Ingredient Scones made with pie filling! With just self-rising flour, heavy cream, and your favorite canned fruit filling, you can have tender, flavorful scones ready in minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!

The World's Easiest Scones

If you love quick and simple recipes that don’t sacrifice flavor, you’re going to adore these Three Ingredient Scones.Made with just self-rising flour, heavy cream, and a can of pie filling, these soft, buttery scones come together in no time.

Whether you choose cherry, apple, blueberry, or peach, the result is a lightly sweet treat that tastes like it came straight from a bakery — but without all the fuss!

Where the Idea Came From

If you've been following me for a while, you know that I love scones. (I'll leave you with a list of my favorites at the end of this post.) But this time I happened to have some self-rising flour on hand and decided to use it instead of all-purpose.

The result? The easiest scone I've ever made! And I'm sure you'll think so, too, once you're tried your hand at this recipe.

Note: If you don't happen to have self-rising flour on hand make your own. To two cups of all purpose flour, add 3 teaspoons baking powder and ½ teaspoon salt. That's it! Easy-breezy!

Now, let's get busy making some delicious pie-filling scones.

Scone Ingredients

You'll find a printable recipe card at the bottom of this post but here's a quick peek at what you'll need. These are such simple ingredients!

• 2 cups self-rising flour
• 1 cup heavy cream (plus 1–2 tablespoons for brushing)
• ½ to ¾ cup pie filling of choice (cherry, apple, blueberry, etc.)

Note: These scones aren't terribly sweet, so feel free to add a quarter cup of sugar to the mix, if you like things sweeter.

How to Make Three-Ingredient Scones

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, mix self-rising flour and heavy cream until just combined.

Gently fold in the pie filling. Don’t overmix — streaks of fruit are perfect.

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat down to about 1 inch thick.

Cut into 8 wedges or use a biscuit cutter for rounds.

Place on prepared baking sheet.

Bake 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Optional: Brush with cream and sprinkle with sugar before baking for a glossy finish.

Serve and enjoy!

What to Expect from these Scones

These scones bake up tender and slightly crisp on the edges, with juicy bits of fruit in every bite. The texture lands somewhere between a biscuit and a shortcake — rich, soft, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.

Variations on this Recipe

Want to amp up the flavor? As I mentioned above, you can add sugar to sweeten them up. Here are some other ways to add more flavor to the various pie fillings.

• Cherry: Add a hint of almond extract for bakery-style flavor.
• Apple: Sprinkle cinnamon into the dough for a cozy fall twist.
• Blueberry: Use lemon zest for a bright, refreshing pop.
• Peach: Try adding a touch of vanilla or nutmeg.

How to Store these Scones

Keep leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5. Warm gently in the oven or microwave before serving.

Other Scones to Enjoy

I promised you a list of my favorites and here we are! I love all of these, but I'm starting with my number one favorite scone!

Strawberry Lemon Creme Scones: These are light, crisp, and absolutely loaded with flavor. They're perfect for your next event, I promise!

Classic Lemon Blueberry Scones: Bright lemon zest, juicy blueberries, and a sweet-tart glaze make these scones an irresistible breakfast or brunch treat. I love the combination of lemon and blueberry, which is why these are so near the top of my list!

Simple Chocolate Chip Scones: Basic, but oh, so yummy! These are so quick and easy to make.

Cranberry Orange Scones: These start with a box of cake mix and they come together in minutes. Perfect for the holiday season!

Easy Buttermilk Scones with Clotted Cream: You'll feel like you're in Britain at a high tea!

That's it for this post, friends! Thanks for stopping by! Before you go, why not pin some photos to your Pinterest boards?

About the Baker

Hi, I’m Janice — the baker behind Out of the Box Baking! I love taking simple ingredients and turning them into something extraordinary. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or brand new to the kitchen, these three-ingredient scones prove that delicious doesn’t have to mean complicated.