A Bite of Comfort – The Scones That Bring My Family Together
These light, buttery scones are melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a quick snack, they come together in just minutes and can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite toppings. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream for the ultimate treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ⅔ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the milk, mixing gently until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it briefly, just until it comes together.
- Pat the dough into a ¾-inch thick round and cut into 8 wedges or use a round cutter for individual scones.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Let cool slightly, then serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Notes
- For extra flakiness, freeze the butter before cutting it into the flour.
- Avoid overworking the dough to keep the scones light and tender.
- You can brush the tops with milk or an egg wash for a beautiful golden crust.
- Add-ins like berries, chocolate chips, or cheese can be mixed in for extra flavor variations.