All-Butter Scones
Scones are traditional, flaky baked goods that are typically served with butter, jam and cream. They are perfect for afternoon tea.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cake flour (480g / 16.93oz)
- 4 level teaspoons baking powder
- 125 g salted butter, at room temperature (4.40oz)
- 1½ cups milk (375ml / 12.7oz)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (374°F).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking powder, stirring until well-mixed.
- Add the butter to the flour mixture, and use your fingers to crumble them together.
- Gradually pour the milk into the flour-butter mixture, a quarter cup at a time. Avoid kneading or overworking the dough; instead, continue crumbling until all the flour and butter are combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a generously floured surface.
- Gently flatten the dough to about 5cm (2 inches) thick, and cut into rounds using a floured scone cutter.
- Place the scones onto a lined baking tray. Brush the tops with milk, and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the scones have risen and are golden brown.
- Once baked, allow the scones to cool on the baking tray.
- To serve, slice the scones open and spread with butter, raspberry preserve, and whipped cream. Pair with a cup of coffee for the perfect treat.
