Classic Scones
May 26, 2024 by Kimberly
Indulge in the simple pleasure of classic scones – tender, buttery delights perfect for any tea time or breakfast. Bake a batch today and experience homemade comfort!
40 MINUTES
EASY
VEGETARIAN
ENGLISH
204 PER SCONE
BUTTERY
TEA TIME
BREAKFAST
BRUNCH
ALL YEAR
ABOUT THE RECIPE
Dive into the delightful world of classic scones, a quintessential British treat beloved across the globe. These buttery, flaky delights are the perfect companion to your afternoon tea or a cozy morning breakfast. With just a few simple steps, you can bring the taste of authentic English tea time into your home, impressing guests and treating yourself to a timeless culinary tradition.
How to serve
Serve these classic scones fresh and warm, straight from the oven. Split them open and slather with clotted cream and strawberry jam for a traditional experience. Alternatively, enjoy them plain with a hot cup of tea or coffee. These versatile treats can also be customized with add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips, making each batch uniquely delicious and perfectly suited to your taste preferences.
How to store
Store leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, wrap them tightly and freeze for up to three months. Simply reheat to regain that freshly baked warmth and texture.
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Classic Scones
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 10 1x
Description
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
- box grater
- medium-sized bowl
- glass or small bowl
- dough scraper / spatula
- round cutter
- pastry brush
Ingredients
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 35 grams white sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 90 grams butter
- 1 egg
- 160 milliliters milk
- 2 tbsp milk for brushing
Instructions
PREPARATIONS
- Place the butter in the freezer for 15 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/392°F.
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Grate the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a box grater.
- In a glass, whisk together the milk and egg and add to the other ingredients. Stir with a spoon until the mixture just comes together. Then, place the dough onto a clean work surface and fold it a few times with a dough scraper or a spatula, so that the dough comes together. It’s important not to use your hands for this, as the butter will soften too much, causing the dough to spread out during baking.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle about 30×20 cm and cut as many scones as possible using a round cutter. Fold the dough again and continue cutting out scones until all the dough is used. If you don’t have a cutter, you can also cut the dough into triangles. This amount of dough makes about 10 scones.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spaced a little apart. Pour 2 tablespoons of milk into the glass and use the brush to spread it over the scones.
- Bake the scones in the oven for about 12 minutes. Then remove from the oven and enjoy immediately or let cool.
Notes
The calorie information may vary depending on the product used, country and region.
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Passive Time: 27 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
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