Classic Scones
Tender, buttery scones with a light crumb and golden exterior. Serve warm with jam and clotted cream for an elegant afternoon treat.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 218
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
Step 3
Add cold butter cubes and cut into flour using your fingertips until mixture resembles coarse sand.
Step 4
Whisk egg and milk together in a small bowl until combined.
Step 5
Pour egg-milk mixture into flour mixture and stir until a shaggy dough just forms. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch-thick disk.
Step 7
Cut disk into 8 wedges using a sharp knife. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Bake 12–14 minutes until tops are light golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
- measuring cups and spoons
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- sharp knife
- wire cooling rack
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