Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade scones with this easy and delightful recipe. Perfectly flaky and buttery, these scones are ideal for breakfast or tea time. With their golden-brown tops and tender interiors, they shine when served warm with your favorite jam or clotted cream. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced chef, this recipe guarantees to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- Optional add-ins: dried fruit or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the milk until just combined. Add any optional ingredients if desired.
- Turn out the dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, and shape into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg