English Scones with Clotted Cream & Jam
Quick answer
A medium portion of English Scones with Clotted Cream & Jam (95 g) contains 323 kcal, with 43.9 g of net carbohydrates and 5.9 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 68 (Medium) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 29.8 (High) for its actual effect.
- Carbs45.6 g56%
- Protein5.9 g7.2%
- Fat13.3 g36.8%
- Fibre1.7 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The best-known ritual of hospitality in the English countryside and the counties of Devon and Cornwall: warm, plump British bakes with a texture between soft cake and crumbly biscuit. The warm scone is split in half and spread with thick, slowly cooked clotted cream topped with glossy strawberry jam. Rich and tempting as it is, the combination of wheat flour, cream fat and jam sugar makes it a high-energy, high-sugar snack that calls for mindful eating.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat only half a scone with a teaspoon of clotted cream and swap the jam for fresh strawberry slices to halve the calories and starch.
Best preparation methods
Making scones with wholemeal flour and adding chia or flaxseed raises the fibre and keeps you full for longer.
Important Nutritional Note
Clotted cream contains more than 55% fat, which means a fully dressed scone is really a full meal rather than a light treat.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (95 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal | 323 kcal |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 5.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 48 g | 45.6 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 46.2 g | 43.9 g |
| Fat | 14 g | 13.3 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.8 g | 1.7 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Sweets & desserts with a glycemic index (54), it ranks 45 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Are scones eaten warm or cold?
Best eaten warm, fresh from the oven, so they keep their typical crumbliness and the clotted cream melts gently on top.
Why is its glycemic load high?
Because one scone with its sugary jam contains about 44 g of quickly available carbohydrate.
How do I balance my eating after a scone?
Make your next meal rich in leafy vegetables and lean protein and free of starch.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index of this food is a clinically reviewed estimate by the WiBo Health medical team, not a laboratory measurement from the International GI Tables (Atkinson 2021). GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.