Jul 14 2026

Scones Recipe

Time40m
Serves8

flavor vary

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Dry Ingredients

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until evenly mixed.

Preparation of Wet Ingredients

  1. 2

    Prepare Wet Mixture

    In a separate bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Allow it to cool slightly before adding the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until well combined.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

  2. 4

    Add Flavor Variants

    Fold in your choice of dried fruit, chocolate chips, or citrus zest into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Baking

  1. 5

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 6

    Shape Scones

    Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to shape.

  3. 7

    Bake

    Place the shaped scones onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden on top.

Serving

  1. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy them warm, optionally with butter or jam.

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