Freshly Baked Scones Recipe
Assorted Scones accompanied by Whipped Honey Butter
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Ingredients
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Scones
Whipped Honey Butter
Method
Scones
- 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 mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- 3
Cut in Butter
Add the unsalted 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, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the mixed berries, being careful not to overmix.
- 6
Shape and Cut Scones
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to shape the scones.
- 7
Bake the Scones
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 8
Cool
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack.
Whipped Honey Butter
- 9
Soften Butter
In a mixing bowl, allow the unsalted butter to soften at room temperature until it is easy to mix.
- 10
Mix Ingredients
Add the honey and sea salt to the softened butter. Beat with a hand mixer or a whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- 11
Serve
Transfer the whipped honey butter to a serving dish and serve alongside the freshly baked scones.
