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Traditional British Scones

Tender, flaky scones perfect with clotted cream and jam. Essential for afternoon tea.

Easy⏱️ 30 mins🍽️ 8 scones🔥 210 cal
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🥄 Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Clotted cream and jam for serving

📝 Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  2. 2

    Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs.

  3. 3

    Whisk cream, egg, and vanilla. Add to flour.

  4. 4

    Stir until just combined.

  5. 5

    Pat to 1-inch thickness, cut rounds.

  6. 6

    Brush tops with cream.

  7. 7

    Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes.

  8. 8

    Serve warm with clotted cream and jam.

💡 Pro Tips

  • ✓Handle dough as little as possible.
  • ✓Keep butter very cold for flaky texture.
  • ✓Add dried fruit or chocolate chips if desired.
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins

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