Scones: A British Delight

Scones are a classic British pastry that is perfect for any occasion. They are typically served with jam and clotted cream, but can also be enjoyed on their own. Scones are relatively easy to make, and can be customized to your liking.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a few seconds.
  7. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  8. Cut the dough into 8 wedges.
  9. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Serve warm with jam and clotted cream.

Tips

  • For a sweeter scone, add 1/4 cup of sugar to the dry ingredients.
  • For a more savory scone, add 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients.
  • You can also add dried fruit, nuts, or spices to the dough.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead.
  • If you don't have clotted cream, you can use whipped cream instead.

How many calories are in Scones?

Each 1 large scone of Scones contains 398 calories.

Scones Nutritional Information

Nutrient Amount per 1 large scone (115g)
Calories 398 Calories
Protein 7g
Fat 16g
Saturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 0.0035mg
Carbohydrates 56g
Dietary Fiber g
Sugar g
Sodium 0.582mg
Potassium 0.1219mg
Calcium 0.236mg
Iron 0.0029mg