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scones-recipe

Scones Recipe

A simple and delicious scone recipe perfect for breakfast or tea time.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: British
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Scone Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Fresh or dried fruit (optional)

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined. If using, fold in the fruit.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently. Pat into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  6. Cut into 8 wedges and place on a baking tray.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Baking, Scones
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