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Ingredients
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Scone Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
Cut in Butter
Add the cold butter, cut into small pieces, to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg until well combined.
- 5
Form the Dough
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in your choice of flavoring (dried fruit, chocolate chips, or nuts).
- 6
Shape the Scones
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times. Pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to form individual scones.
- 7
Bake
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.