Buckingham Palace Scones

Indulge in a taste of royal tradition with these Buckingham Palace Scones, inspired by the classic teatime favorite served in the halls of British royalty. Light, fluffy, and perfectly golden, these scones are made with simple, wholesome ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a touch of caster sugar for just the right hint of sweetness. The secret lies in the careful technique—rubbing the butter into the flour for a luxuriously crumbly texture and forming a soft dough that bakes up beautifully tender in just minutes. Perfectly paired with clotted cream and jam, these scones are an essential centerpiece for any afternoon tea or brunch spread. Quick to prepare and utterly satisfying, this recipe is your invitation to enjoy a regal treat from the comfort of your own home.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 grams Unsalted butter (cold, diced)
• 15 grams Baking powder
• 70 grams Caster sugar
• 250 ml Whole milk
• 1 whole Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 pinch Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the caster sugar to evenly distribute it throughout the mixture.

Step 5

Gradually add the milk while mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough scones.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, turn out the dough and gently knead it just to bring it together. Pat it down to about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick.

Step 7

Using a round cutter (approximately 5 cm in diameter), cut out scones from the dough. Place them onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a small gap between each one.

Step 8

Beat the egg in a small bowl and lightly brush the tops of the scones with the egg wash.

Step 9

Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they have risen and turned golden brown on top.

Step 10

Transfer the scones to a wire rack and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with clotted cream and your favorite jam for an authentic afternoon tea experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1013.2 grams (1013.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3206

Total Fat 116.50g	149%
Saturated Fat 69.70g	349%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 483mg	161%
Sodium 1780mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 471.00g	171%
Dietary Fiber 13.60g	49%
Total Sugars 84.10g
Protein 67.20g	134%

Vitamin D 232IU	1158%
Calcium 440mg	34%
Iron 24mg	134%
Potassium 1019mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 58.9%