Aussie Scones Recipe

Taste the sunshine with this authentic Aussie scones recipe, passed down through generations! This easy-to-follow recipe, originally from Perth, delivers fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth scones perfect for afternoon tea. Get ready to impress with this simple yet delightful treat, best enjoyed with lashings of cream and jam!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 107.1 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Aussie Scones

  • 225g Self Raising Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • Pinch of Salt
  • 40g Caster Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 150ml Milk
  • 50g Butter

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How to Make Aussie Scones

  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
  2. Melt 50g of butter. In a separate bowl, lightly beat 1 large egg and add 150ml of milk.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 225g self-raising flour, 40g caster sugar, 1 tsp baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Gently pour the melted butter (step 2) into the egg and milk mixture (step 2), mixing lightly.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients (step 3) and mix until just combined. Do not overmix!
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
  7. Pat the dough to a thickness of approximately 2cm.
  8. Use a 5cm cookie cutter (or a knife) to cut out scones.
  9. Gently push the scones together slightly.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  11. Serve warm with clotted cream and jam.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

10g

Carbs

5g

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