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Ingredients
- 2 cups (240
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsa
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 tbsp mi
- Optional: 1/2 cup (80g) currants, raisins, or dried cranberries (or any mix-ins you like)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients
- Preheat your
- In a
2. Cut in the Butter
- Add the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture.
3. Add the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract (if using).
- Gradually pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture, stirring gently with a fork until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should be slightly sticky.
- If you’re adding any mix-ins (like dried fruit), fold them in at this stage.
4. Shape and Cut the Scones
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a round disk about 1-inch thick.
- Using a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into 8 wedges (or cut into circles if you prefer).
5. Bake the Scones
- Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1-2 inches apart.
- Brush the tops with a bit of milk or cream to give them a nice golden color.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the scones warm or at room temperature. Pair them with clotted cream, jam, honey,
Tips for Success
- Cold Butter : Make sure your butter is cold when you have
- Don’t Overmix : Overworking the dough can
- Storage : Scones are best e
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