Description
Classic Scones with Jam & Clotted Cream are a timeless treat that effortlessly combines buttery goodness with the sweetness of jam and the richness of clotted cream. Perfect for afternoon tea or a cozy breakfast, these fluffy scones will fill your home with an irresistible aroma and delight your taste buds. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you can create scones that impress every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 3/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- Jam (strawberry or raspberry) for serving
- Clotted cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cold butter and rub until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually pour in milk while mixing gently until a soft dough forms.
- Turn out onto a floured surface, knead gently, and shape into a circle about an inch thick.
- Cut into triangles or rounds and place on the prepared baking tray.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg