Description
Indulge in the exquisite charm of Traditional English Scones, adapted from the official Buckingham Palace recipe. These delightful scones boast a tender and flaky texture that melts in your mouth, making them the perfect centerpiece for any tea-time gathering. Serve them warm with clotted cream and luscious strawberry jam for an authentic British experience. Whether for brunch, afternoon tea, or a special occasion, this royal recipe is sure to impress and bring a touch of elegance to your table. Experience the joy of baking and savoring these classic treats that are as comforting as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (500g)
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon baking powder (24g)
- Pinch of salt
- 7 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (94g), cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup sugar (86g)
- 3 eggs, divided
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (175ml), less 1 tablespoon
- 2/3 cup sultanas or golden raisins (optional) (100g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk two eggs with buttermilk; stir into dry ingredients until just combined.
- If using raisins, fold them into the dough.
- Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth; do not overmix.
- Flatten to about 1 inch thick and chill for 30–45 minutes.
- Cut out scones using a biscuit cutter and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Brush tops with beaten egg and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg