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Sweet English Scones

This English Scones recipe is sweet, buttery and so versatile. Serve for breakfast, as a snack or for dessert. Try this easy recipe today!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8 scones
Calories: 304 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar + more for the top
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream + extra for the tops

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat and set aside.
  2. In the bowl of a food processor, measure out all dry ingredients and shortening. Pulse until the shortening is dispersed evenly in tiny little chunks. In a separate bowl, whisk egg, vanilla, and heavy cream together. Pour into dry ingredients and pulse until the dough starts to form.
  3. Dump the dough onto a floured work surface and work the dough until it comes together in a ball. Roll out to be 1 inch thick. Cut into 3-inch circles and place onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush with cream and sprinkle with more sugar.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes or until bottoms are lightly golden. Serve warm with ridiculous amounts of butter. And I guess jam if you're feeling up to it.

Notes

  • Rising. Use fresh baking powder. Don't overmix. Measure your flour carefully.
  • Storing. Any leftover English Scones can be stored at room temperature, for 4 days or in the fridge, for 2 weeks. Make sure to store covered or in an airtight container to preserve freshness.
  • Reheat in the microwave, toaster, toaster oven, or oven! Or enjoy at room temperature.
  • Freezing Baked. Bake scones as directed and cool. Freeze in an airtight bag or container for up to 4 months. To thaw, transfer the scones to the counter for a few hours or overnight in the fridge. Either warm in the microwave or in the oven, then enjoy!
  • Freezing Unbaked. Once you are done cutting the dough into wedges or circles, freeze on a plate or baking sheet for at least an hour. Then transfer to an airtight bag or container and freeze for up to 4 months. To bake, either bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time or thaw overnight and bake as normal.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 304kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 311mg (13%) Potassium 261mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 362IU (7%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 109mg (11%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8scones

Amount Per Serving

Calories 304

% Daily Value*

Calories 304kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 311mg 13%
Potassium 261mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 362IU 7%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 109mg 11%
Iron 2mg 11%

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