Real English Scones

Delight in the timeless charm of real English scones with this authentic recipe that's perfect for an indulgent afternoon tea. These scones are irresistibly tender and flaky, thanks to a combination of cold butter and gentle kneading, ensuring the perfect crumb every time. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and caster sugar, they come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to golden perfection in under 12 minutes. Each bite boasts a lightly sweet flavor, perfectly paired with a buttery richness. Serve these warm, freshly baked scones slathered with traditional clotted cream and your favorite fruit jam for an experience that's quintessentially British. Whether you're hosting guests or enjoying a cozy treat at home, this classic recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 350 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 85 grams Unsalted butter (cold)
• 3 tablespoons Caster sugar
• 175 milliliters Whole milk (plus extra for brushing)
• 1 Egg (beaten, for glazing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or 425°F, and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips, gently rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Work quickly to avoid warming the butter.

Step 4

Stir in the caster sugar to the breadcrumb mixture.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Using a table knife, mix until the dough starts to come together. Avoid over-mixing.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn the dough onto it. Gently knead the dough just enough to form a smooth ball. Be careful not to overwork it, as this will result in tough scones.

Step 7

Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 2.5 cm (1 inch). Use a 5 cm (2-inch) round cutter to cut out scones, pressing straight down without twisting.

Step 8

Re-roll the scraps of dough and cut out more scones until the dough is used up.

Step 9

Place the scones onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a slight gap between each one. Brush the tops lightly with beaten egg to achieve a golden glaze.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scones are well-risen and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the scones from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm with clotted cream and jam or butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	642.7 grams (642.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2026

Total Fat 79.90g	102%
Saturated Fat 48.40g	242%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 258mg	86%
Sodium 2188mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 280.50g	102%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 44.60g	89%

Vitamin D 144IU	718%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 646mg	14%

*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: 35.6%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 55.6%