How to Make the Perfect Scones
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Scones are a delicious and versatile pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. They are made with a simple dough of flour, butter, sugar, and baking powder, and they can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as fruit, nuts, or spices.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
- Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 1-2 minutes, or until smooth.
- Roll out the dough to a 1-inch thickness and cut into rounds using a 2-inch biscuit cutter.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and brush with the beaten egg.
- Sprinkle the scones with the 1 tablespoon of sugar.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- For a more tender scone, use cold butter and milk.
- To prevent the scones from becoming tough, do not overmix the dough.
- If you are adding fruit or nuts to the scones, add them after the dough has been mixed.
- Scones can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
