Scones
Scones are the quintessential companion to a cozy tea time. Quick to make and best enjoyed warm from the oven, these tender little biscuits are a timeless treat. Whether served with clotted cream and jam or a simple pat of butter, they’re the definition of comfort.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups + 2 tbsp wheat flour (7.5 dl)
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 7 tbsp cold butter (100 g)
- 1 egg
- 1¼ cups milk (3 dl)
Instructions
Mix the dry ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- 7.5 dl (2½ cups + 2 tbsp) wheat flour, 4 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp salt
Cut in the butter
- Add 100 g (7 tbsp) cold butter, cut into small cubes.
- Use your fingertips or a pastry blender to rub the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add egg and milk
- Stir in:
- 1 egg, 3 dl (1¼ cups) milk
- Mix just until combined, do not overwork the dough.
Shape and cut
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Pat or roll it into a round disc about 2 cm (¾ inch) thick.
- Use a floured glass or round cutter to cut out circles.
Bake
- Place the scones on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the middle of a preheated oven at 225 °C (437 °F) for 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden.