Tesco has announced it will be selling Hot Cross Scones just in time for Easter.

In a UK supermarket first, this Easter treat combines the warming spices found in hot cross buns, with the crumbly texture of a traditional scone.

The scones are made with Cornish buttermilk, Cornish clotted cream and has a tangy citrus flavour and currants throughout.

Tesco has 10 variations of the classic Easter staple, including the new Tesco Finest Maple Syrup and Blueberry Hot Cross Buns.

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Returning favourite flavours include salted caramel & chocolate, apple & cinnamon and St Clements hot cross buns with plump orange-soaked sultanas and raisins.

Nicola Orchard, Product Development Manager, said: “Our new Hot Cross Scones combine the crumble of a scone with the fruity flavour of a hot cross bun, and we expect them to be huge a hit with our customers this Easter.

"As with traditional scones, you can serve with Cornish cream and a touch of strawberry jam – but the big question is, do you put your jam or cream on first?"

The Hot Cross Scones are available to buy in-store and online now and a pack of two costs just £1. 

Tesco Hot Cross Buns for 2022:

  • Tesco Finest 4 Blueberry Hot Cross Buns (new)
  • Tesco Finest 2 Hot Cross Scones (new)
  • Tesco Finest 4 Salted Caramel & Chocolate Hot Cross Buns
  • Tesco Finest 2 Hot Cross Bun Bread & Butter Pudding (new)
  • Tesco Finest 4 Apple & Cinnamon Hot Cross Buns
  • Tesco Finest 4 St Clements Hot Cross Buns
  • Tesco Finest 4 Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns
  • Tesco Free From 4 Apple and Cinnamon Hot Cross Buns
  • Tesco Fresh Free 4 From Hot Cross Buns
  • Tesco 6 Hot Cross Buns