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British Scones

British scones are buttery and crumbly, perfect to slice in half and coat with butter or clotted cream and some kind of fruit spread.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
15 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 12 scones
Calories: 245 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Dessert , Breakfast , Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: American , British

Ingredients

British Scones:
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter cooled and just slightly soft-cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing:
  • 1 egg for the egg wash
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  4. Next, add in the cubed butter, and either using a fork or your fingers, mix it into the flour until fully combined. The dough should look more like sand.
  5. After that, in another bowl, combine the lemon juice, eggs, and milk, and whisk until combined.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, stir until combined and a dough forms. After that, use your hands to knead the mixture into a smooth ball.
  7. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a circle that is 1 inch thick.
  8. Using a donut or round cookie cutter that is about 2 1/4-inch in diameter (even a wider glass will work), cut the dough into scones, dipping the cutter into flour between cuts.
  9. If you have remaining dough scraps, you can re-roll the dough and cut a scone or two.
  10. Transfer the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, not too close to each other.
  11. Make the egg wash by whisking the egg and water together with a fork. Lightly brush the tops of the scones and sprinkle them with sugar.
  12. Let scones rest for 12-15 minutes before baking.
  13. Bake in the preheated oven for 14-15 minutes, or until scones are risen and are lightly golden on top.
  14. Remove from the oven, and transfer the scones onto a cooling rack.
  15. Serve with tea or coffee, clotted cream or butter, and the jam of your choice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 245kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 63mg (21%) Sodium 85mg (4%) Potassium 331mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 389IU (8%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 159mg (16%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12scones

Amount Per Serving

Calories 245

% Daily Value*

Calories 245kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 85mg 4%
Potassium 331mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 389IU 8%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 159mg 16%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.