Basic Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Basic Scones

• Self Raising Flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup milk
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 large egg

How to Make Basic Scones

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the sugar.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
6. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.
8. Use a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter to cut the dough into 8 wedges.
9. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!