English Scones Recipe
200kcal
Ingredients
For the Scones
- 1 tablespoon butter for brushing the baking sheet
- 2 cups all-purpose flour the foundation for soft and fluffy scones
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
- 2 teaspoons baking powder ensures scones rise
- 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
- 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter for flaky layers
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream creates a rich dough
- 1 large egg binds ingredients
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract for aroma
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips or raisins/cranberries adds sweetness or tartness
- Zest of 1 orange optional for a zesty twist
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk for glossy finish
Method
How to Make English Scones
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or brush lightly with butter.
- Combine the dry ingredients: whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
- Cut in the cold butter: add cold butter cubes and blend into the dry mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Whisk the wet ingredients: in another bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Fold in your mix-ins: gently fold in the chocolate chips, dried fruit, and orange zest (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Shape the dough: turn it onto a lightly floured surface, pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick, and cut into 8 wedges.
- Bake the scones: place on the prepared baking sheet, brush with heavy cream or milk, and bake for 15-18 minutes.
- Cool slightly before serving; enjoy warm with butter or jam.
Nutrition
Serving1sconeCalories200kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein3gFat8gSaturated Fat5gCholesterol40mgSodium150mgPotassium50mgFiber1gSugar8gVitamin A300IUCalcium30mgIron1mg