Plain Scones!

Plain Scones!
  • Author: erniebees

These delightful scones are the perfect treat for any time of day. The combination of tender crumb with a golden crust makes them a delight to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. The simple and quick preparation process will have these scones ready to enjoy in no time.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • Scones
  • 225g / 9oz plain flour
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 50g / 2oz butter
  • 25g / 1oz caster sugar
  • 150ml milk
  • 1 medium egg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450°F / 230°C / gas 8 and lightly grease a baking tray.
  • Sift flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl and rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Stir in the sugar. Add all the milk and mix lightly into a soft dough.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured board and knead briefly. Do not overwork the dough or your scones will be tough!
  • Roll the dough out to 1.25cm / 1/2 in thickness and cut out rounds.
  • Place on the greased baking tray. Brush the tops with beaten egg and bake for 7-10 minutes or until well risen and golden brown.
  • Cool on a wire rack!

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Yield

Serves 5