The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word SCONES
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What does SCONES mean?
SCONES noun- A small, rich, pastry or quick bread, sometimes baked on a griddle.
- (Utah) Frybread served with honey butter spread on it.
- The head.