Classic Homemade Scones
Tender and flaky homemade scones are the perfect snack to go with afternoon coffee or tea!
- Prep15 min
- Cook20 min
- Total35 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings8
These scones are wonderfully tender and flaky, with a delicate crumb that pairs perfectly with butter, jam, or clotted cream. They come together quickly with basic pantry ingredients.
Serve them warm from the oven for a delightful treat any time of day. You can also add cheese, herbs, dried fruit, or berries to customize them to your taste.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
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Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or a fork, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. (If adding cheese or herbs, they can be added at this point).
- In a separate bowl combine eggs and heavy cream. Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. (If adding fruit or berries, they can be added at this point). Knead gently by pressing and folding for about 10-12 strokes to form a dough.
- Gently pat the dough into an 8-inch circle. With a sharp knife, cut the circle into 8 even wedges.
- Transfer the wedges to an ungreased baking sheet, placing them approximately 1 inch apart. Brush the tops with milk.
- Bake for 20-23 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the baking sheet and transfer to a wire rack to cool.
💡 Tips
- For extra flaky scones, freeze the butter for 15 minutes before cutting it into the flour.
- Do not overwork the dough; handle it as little as possible for tender scones.
- If adding berries, toss them in a little flour before folding into the dough to prevent them from sinking.
Inspired by a recipe from Spend With Pennies