Flaky Scones Light (Print-Friendly Version)
Yummy, flaky scones with golden edges. A simple bake for breakfast or tea gatherings.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Fat and Liquid
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113 g unsalted butter, cold and chopped into small cubes
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120 ml heavy cream or buttermilk, plus a bit more for brushing
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
→ Base
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50 g granulated sugar
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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250 g all-purpose flour
→ Add-ins (Optional)
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75 g dried fruit, chocolate chips, or nuts
# How to Make It:
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Let the scones cool down for a bit before enjoying them with clotted cream, jam, or butter.
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Set the formed dough on the lined baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops with some extra cream. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
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Transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Pat it down into a disc about 2.5 cm thick. Cut into 8 wedges or use a round cutter for classic scones.
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Gently stir in the wet ingredients into the dry mix. Use a spatula and mix just until everything's combined. If you're adding extras, fold them in without overdoing it to keep the texture fluffy.
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In another bowl, whisk together the cream or buttermilk, the egg, and the vanilla extract if you want.
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Mix in the cold butter to your dry ingredients. Use your fingertips or a pastry cutter to blend it until it looks like coarse crumbs with a few pea-sized bits.
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Grab a big mixing bowl and whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together until they're well mixed.
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Get your oven heated up to 200°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
# Extra Information:
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Using super cold butter helps with flakiness; handling the dough as little as possible keeps it from becoming tough.