Scones

Here’s a classic recipe for Buttery Scones that are tender and delicious!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (75g) dried fruit (raisins, currants, or cranberries), or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven: to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the butter: Add the cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Prepare wet ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
5. Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined. If using dried fruit or chocolate chips, fold them in now.
6. Shape the dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a 1-inch thick round (about 8 inches in diameter). Cut into 8 wedges.
7. Brush and bake: Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, brush the tops with extra cream, and bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown.
8. Cool and serve: Let the scones cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Optional glaze:

• 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk or cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Mix and drizzle over the scones when slightly cooled.

Enjoy your freshly baked scones!