Classic English Scones with Jam and Cream

Classic English Scones with Jam and Cream

Preparation Time and Servings:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 20 minutes

• Total Time: 35 minutes

• Servings: 8 scones

Ingredients List:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)

• 5 teaspoons baking powder (20g)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt (2g)

• 3/4 cup unsalted butter (170g), cold and cubed

• 1 cup whole milk (240ml), plus more for brushing

• 1 large egg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Clotted cream, for serving

• Strawberry jam, for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently mix until just combined into a soft dough.

5. Form Scones: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times. Pat the dough into a round disk about 1 inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut out scones. Re-form the scraps to cut out more scones.

6. Bake: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little milk for a golden finish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown and well risen.

7. Serve: Let the scones cool on a wire rack for a few minutes. Serve warm with clotted cream and strawberry jam.

Suggested Side Dishes:

• A selection of your favourite teas (Earl Grey, English Breakfast, etc.)

• Fresh fruit salad

Equipment Needed:

• Large mixing bowl

• Baking sheet

• Pastry cutter (optional)

• Round cutter

• Wire rack

Common Mistakes/Points of Care:

• Don’t Overwork the Dough: Handle the dough as little as possible to keep the scones light and fluffy.

• Cold Ingredients: Use cold butter and milk to ensure the scones have a tender, crumbly texture.

• Thickness: Don’t roll the dough too thin; thicker dough yields taller scones.

Nutritional Values (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 300

• Protein: 5g

• Fat: 15g

• Carbohydrates: 38g

• Sodium: 300mg