Scones Tea Biscuits Canadian Living
Experience the warm, buttery delight of Scones Tea Biscuits, a beloved Canadian Living recipe that brings timeless charm to your table. Perfectly flaky with a tender crumb, these golden biscuits are crafted from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and a hint of vanilla, ensuring rich flavor in every bite. The addition of optional raisins or dried cranberries offers a burst of sweetness, while a creamy milk wash gives them that irresistible golden glow. Ready in just 30 minutes, including prep and bake time, these scones are the ideal companion to your morning tea or coffee. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or a dollop of clotted cream for a classic treat that feels like a cozy hug. Whether you're hosting an afternoon tea or simply indulging in a homemade snack, these Canadian-inspired scones are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cups Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Optional: Raisins or dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons Optional: Milk or cream for brushing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it 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 gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix. If adding raisins or dried cranberries, fold them in at this stage.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 4-5 times to bring it together.
Pat or roll the dough out to about 1-inch thickness. Using a round biscuit cutter, cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gather the scraps of dough, reshape, and cut more scones until all the dough is used.
If desired, brush the tops of the scones with milk or cream for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.1 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.7 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 4096 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.1 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.8 g | ||
| Protein | 47.7 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1377 mg | 29% | |
*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.
