Classic Scone Recipe: The Best Treat for Your Afternoon Tea
Enjoy the delightful taste of these classic scones, perfect for your afternoon tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently.
- Roll out to 1-inch thickness and cut into circles.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm with clotted cream and jam.
- These scones can be frozen before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg