Why People Go Crazy For This One Scone In Small Town Washington

Looking at its population size alone (38,609 as of 2013), Puyallup doesn't really qualify as a "small town." But anyone who has ever lived in the area knows that it definitely has a cozy small town atmosphere, especially when compared to its neighboring cities of Tacoma and Seattle. And when the Washington State Fair and the Spring Fair kick off, it becomes a chaotic place as people from all over the state come to enjoy the fun.

Ask anyone who visits the Fair every year to tell you what they most like to eat there, and you're practically guaranteed to get one answer: Fisher Scones. And if you've ever tried them, you know how addicting they can be.

Fisher scones go back over 100 years.

In 1910, Fisher Flour Mills incorporated in Seattle, eventually becoming the largest flour mill in the Western United States. To promote the use of its flour, the owners of the flour mill decided to sell piping hot scones at major fairs.

As soon as the scones hit the Washington State Fair in 1915 (which was called the Puyallup Fair back then), Fair guests fell in love with them.

Word about the scones spread quickly.

The original scone recipe is still used today and sold by the (baker's) dozen.

In 2011, Fisher sold its 100 millionth scone.

Once you bite into a Fisher scone, you'll understand why they're so popular.

They're buttery, flaky and filled with raspberry jam.

These scones have been a part of Washingtonians' families for generations.

If your parents and grandparents grew up going to the Fair, they probably remember their first scone.

While it's not quite the same as picking up a piping hot bag, you can buy Fisher scone mix in some grocery stores and online.

If you're craving a Fisher scone after reading this, good news: The Washington State Spring Fair is April 20-23, so you'll have a chance to savor them soon. These delicious treats definitely belong on the list of iconic Washington foods.