British Tea Scones

Indulge in the quintessential charm of British Tea Scones, a timeless treat perfect for afternoon tea or a cozy breakfast spread. These golden, buttery delights are crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold diced butter, and a touch of caster sugar for subtle sweetness. The secret to their light, crumbly texture lies in gently handling the dough and incorporating cold butter, creating that signature flaky crumb. Baked to perfection in just 12 minutes, these scones are irresistibly soft on the inside with a delicate golden crust. Serve them warm or at room temperature, accompanied by dollops of clotted cream and your favorite fruity jam for an authentic taste of Britain. Ideal for any occasion, these British Tea Scones are a delightful way to bring a little elegance to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 350 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 85 grams unsalted butter (cold, diced)
• 55 grams caster sugar
• 150 milliliters milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg (beaten, for glaze)
• 0 extra flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the diced cold butter into the flour mixture. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the caster sugar.

Step 5

In a small jug, mix the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring with a knife until the dough begins to come together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it just enough to bring it into a smooth ball, about 3-4 kneads.

Step 7

Using a floured rolling pin, roll the dough out to about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick.

Step 8

Use a 5 cm (2-inch) round cutter to cut out scones, pressing straight down without twisting the cutter. Re-roll the scraps and repeat until all dough is used.

Step 9

Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the scones lightly with the beaten egg for a golden glaze.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scones have risen and turned lightly golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly.

Step 13

Serve warm or at room temperature with clotted cream and your favorite jam. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(686.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2265.8

Total Fat 78.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 257.1mg	0%
Sodium 2170.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 342.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 64.1g
Protein 44.8g	0%

Vitamin D 132.7IU	0%
Calcium 267.3mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 669.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.3%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 60.7%