Classic English Scones Recipe Easy Homemade Cozy Scones with Clotted Cream and Jam
A simple and cozy recipe for classic English scones that are crisp on the outside and tender inside, perfect for serving with clotted cream and jam. Quick and easy to make, these scones are ideal for teatime or a comforting breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Tea Time
- Cuisine: English
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, cold and diced
- ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- Clotted cream, for serving
- Jam of your choice (strawberry, raspberry, apricot, or blackberry)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or two knives to work the butter in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized bits of butter.
- Pour in the heavy cream and the lightly beaten egg. Stir gently until just combined. The dough should be soft but not sticky. If too dry, add a teaspoon of cream at a time.
- Lightly flour a surface and gently knead the dough 3 to 4 times. Pat or roll the dough into a ¾-inch (2 cm) thick circle.
- Using a 2 to 3-inch (5 to 7 cm) round cutter, press straight down without twisting. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
- Lightly brush the tops with leftover beaten egg or cream for a golden shine.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until risen and deep golden. They should sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Keep butter cold until mixing to ensure flaky layers. Do not overwork the dough to avoid tough scones. Press cutter straight down without twisting to allow proper rise. Use fresh baking powder for best results. Brush tops with egg wash or cream for a golden finish. Scones can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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