Mum's Special Scones

Bask in the comforting nostalgia of "Mum's Special Scones," a timeless recipe that captures the essence of homemade goodness. These tender, buttery scones are perfectly golden on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside, thanks to the combination of cold cubed butter and a touch of whole milk. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, they're quick to whip up for breakfast, brunch, or a classic afternoon tea. Add a personal twist with optional raisins or currants for a hint of natural sweetness, or enjoy them plain, slathered with butter, jam, or clotted cream. Brushed with a glossy finish and baked to perfection, these scones are delightfully easy to make and sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for SEO-friendly searches like "homemade scones recipe," "easy scone recipe," and "classic British scones," this recipe is a must-try for any baking enthusiast.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Optional: Raisins or currants

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If using raisins or currants, fold them into the dough at this stage.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times to bring it together. Pat or roll the dough into a 1-inch thick circle.

Step 8

Using a floured round cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather any scraps, re-roll, and cut out additional scones.

Step 9

Brush the tops of the scones with a little milk or beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and risen.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2294.0

Total Fat 112.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 499.8mg	0%
Sodium 2735.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 82.4g
Protein 40.9g	0%

Vitamin D 134.3IU	0%
Calcium 349.1mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 1235.5mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 49.4%