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Ingredients
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- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more for hands and work surface
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, frozen
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream or buttermilk (plus 2 Tbsp for brushing)
- 1 large egg
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 to 1.5 cups add-ins (chocolate chips, berries, nuts, fruits, etc.)
- Optional: coarse sugar for topping
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Grate frozen butter into the mixture and blend until crumbly.
- Whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; stir gently and add desired mix-ins.
- Transfer to a floured surface, knead gently, and shape into a disc.
- Brush the tops with cream and sprinkle with sugar if desired, then chill.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Place scones on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18-26 minutes until golden.
- Let cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
Using frozen butter is crucial for creating flaky scones.
Chilling the dough helps maintain shape and ensures the best rise.
Feel free to experiment with various add-ins for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 35