Classic Scones
Golden, fluffy, and impossibly tender, these classic scones are the perfect addition to your breakfast table or afternoon tea spread. Made with a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of granulated sugar, these scones get their unmistakable richness from cold, cubed butter and whole milk. Lightly sweetened and subtly flavored with vanilla extract, they're baked to golden perfection in just 12 minutes, with an irresistible egg-washed finish. Perfectly soft on the inside and slightly crisp on the outside, these scones are best served warm with clotted cream and a dollop of your favorite jam. Whether you're hosting guests or treating yourself, this easy-to-follow scone recipe will elevate any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 10 grams baking powder
- 2 grams salt
- 60 grams unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 120 ml whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 5 ml vanilla extract
- 1 large egg for egg wash
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and use a fork or spoon to gently combine until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a flat round shape about 2-3 cm thick.
Using a round cutter (approximately 5 cm in diameter), cut out scones from the dough and place them onto the lined baking sheet. Re-roll any leftover dough and continue cutting until all dough is used.
For the egg wash, beat the remaining egg and lightly brush it onto the tops of the scones to give them a golden, shiny finish.
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are risen and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the scones cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with clotted cream and jam!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.7 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 551 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 1994 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.9 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 617 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
