Description
Delicious homemade scones that are versatile and easy to make, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or tea time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (50g)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter (113g), cut into small cubes
- ½ cup heavy cream (120ml)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
- Pour in the heavy cream and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently shape it into a disc about 1-inch thick.
- Cut into triangles or rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Chill the shaped scones for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and firm on top.
- Let cool slightly and serve warm with clotted cream or jam.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding mix-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruits, or herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: scones, baking, breakfast, brunch, tea, pastry