Here’s a classic scones recipe—fluffy, slightly crumbly, and perfect for breakfast, tea, or a snack. You can make sweet or savory versions depending on your preference.
Ingredients (Makes 8 scones)
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50 g) sugar (for sweet scones)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) milk (or cream for richer scones)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for sweet scones)
- Optional additions: raisins, chocolate chips, berries, or herbs for savory scones
Instructions
- Preheat oven
- 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the butter
- Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers to mix cold butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients
- Stir in milk (and vanilla if using) until the dough just comes together. Don’t overmix.
- Shape the scones
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, gently pat into a 1-inch thick round.
- Cut into 8 wedges or use a round cookie cutter.
- Bake
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve
- Serve warm with butter, jam, honey, or clotted cream.
Tips
- Keep the butter cold for fluffier, flakier scones.
- For extra shine, brush tops with milk or beaten egg before baking.
- You can make them savory by adding shredded cheese, herbs, or cooked bacon bits.
If you want, I can give a super-quick 3-ingredient scones recipe that’s ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep—perfect for beginners.
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