Description
Delight in the classic flavors of Authentic British Scones with this foolproof recipe. These tender, buttery scones are perfect for a lovely afternoon tea or a delightful breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250 g) unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp (27 g) sugar
- 4 tsp (8 g) baking powder
- ½ tsp (2 g) salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 Tbsp (42 g) unsalted butter, cold
- ⅔ cup (158 ml) milk
- 1 egg yolk beaten with 1 Tbsp milk (for glaze)
To Serve:
- Strawberry jam
- Clotted cream, at room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425F.
- Add butter.
- Add the milk slowly.
- Spoon the dough out onto a well-floured surface.
- Cut the dough into 2-inch circles.
- Place the rounds on a greased and floured baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes.
In a medium bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Rub the mixture together with your fingers to break up the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Mix as you add, using enough of the milk to get your dough to come together with no lumps remaining. If needed, add more milk until you achieve the right consistency.
Generously dust the top of the dough and knead it 2-3 times to coat it with flour and smooth the surface. Press the dough into a 1-inch thick round.
Using a well-floured cookie cutter, press down straight to cut out the scones. Avoid twisting the cutter for optimal rise.
Brush with the egg yolk and milk mixture.
Until golden and firm. Let cool for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, handle the dough gently to ensure light and fluffy scones.
- Enjoy these scones warm with a dollop of clotted cream and strawberry jam for a truly authentic experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: British scones, afternoon tea, breakfast, British baking
