Description
These Quick and Easy Simple Scones are golden, fluffy, and ready in under 30 minutes with just five basic ingredients. Perfect for busy mornings, cozy afternoons, or impromptu tea parties, they’re a no-fuss recipe even beginner bakers can master.
Ingredients
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225 g (1 3/4 cups) self-raising flour
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50 g (3 1/2 tbsp) unsalted butter, diced and chilled
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1 pinch salt
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1 tbsp (12 g) caster sugar
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150 ml (1/2 cup + 2 tbsp) milk
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment.
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Sift flour, salt, and sugar into a large bowl.
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Rub in chilled butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
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Slowly stir in milk just until dough forms—do not overmix.
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Turn out onto floured surface; pat or roll to 2–3 cm thickness.
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Cut scones using a round cutter and place on tray.
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Brush tops with milk.
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Bake for 15 minutes or until golden and puffed. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Use cold butter for flaky texture.
Handle the dough gently to avoid dense scones.
Add a little extra milk if too dry or flour if sticky.
Don’t twist the cutter—press straight down for even rise.
Best served with cream and jam or cheese and butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British