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Scones Recipe

Classic scones, perfect for tea time.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: British
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 Egg, for egg wash

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until it comes together.
  6. Pat the dough into a circle about 1-inch thick and cut into 8 wedges.
  7. Place the wedges on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

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