Ingredients
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450g wheat flour (plus a little extra for dusting)
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2 tablespoons baking powder
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2 tablespoons sugar
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100g butter, cold, cut into cubes
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250ml cream
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1 egg, lightly beaten
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Choice of add-ins: raisins, dried cherries
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1 egg for glazing (beaten with 2 tbsp water)
Directions
The English scone is a baked good that is particularly popular in the United Kingdom and a part of the traditional tea party. It is usually sweet, although there are savory versions as well. Scones are often served split in half with butter, jam, or clotted cream, especially during the English tea ceremony known as “afternoon tea.”
They are made from wheat flour, sugar, butter, milk, baking powder, and sometimes eggs for an additional firming structure. There are various variations, some of which include additions such as raisins, cherries, strawberries, or other dried fruits, as well as flavors like vanilla or lemon zest.
Scones have a soft and crumbly texture, and they are often baked to a golden brown color. This dish has become a symbol of British culinary culture and continues to be a favorite choice for many people both in the UK and around the world.
Enjoy your English tea with homemade scones!
Steps
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Prepare the oven:Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius and line a baking tray with parchment paper. |
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Mixing the dry ingredients:In a large bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and sugar. Mix well. |
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Adding the butter:Add the chopped butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingers or a mixer to blend the butter with the flour until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. |
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Adding the wet ingredients:In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the cream, then pour into the bowl with the flour. Stir until a soft dough forms. If you are using add-ins like raisins or dried cherries, add them now. |
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Shaping the scones:Lightly dust the work surface with flour and roll out the dough to about 2 cm thick. Use a round cutter or a knife to cut out the scones. |
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Baking:Place the cut scones on the prepared tray. Brush their tops with the beaten egg. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the scones are golden and fluffy. |
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Cooling and serving:Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on a rack. Serve warm with butter, clotted cream, or strawberry jam for the perfect English tea. |
