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Basic British Scones

SUBMITTED BY: Angela Martini  PHOTO BY: lazyandvain 

"After much trial and error, I've come up with this basic scone recipe which rivals the scones at "Tea & Sympathy" in NYC."
Basic British Scones Recipe
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This recipe has been rated 156 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  25 Min
Original recipe yield 1 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup margarine
  • 1/8 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons milk

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Sift the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt into a bowl.
  3. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar and enough milk to mix to a soft dough.
  4. Turn onto a floured surface, knead lightly and roll out to a 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into 2-inch rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with milk to glaze.
  5. Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 minutes then cool on a wire rack. Serve with butter or clotted cream and jam.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 27, 2004 by NINGENSUKI 
I don't know how the other guys handle the dough in this recipes, but I choose it anyway,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 10, 2003 by AnnaG 
This is the only scone recipe you need! These turn out perfect every time and they're not... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on may 28, 2003 by BRAINFEVER 
Finally! The perfect scone recipe. And easy. Forget the creme recipes & stuff. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 11, 2003 by LOUISE CANADA 
Very good! I made these for my Scottish friends and they loved them. I added mini-chocolate... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 14, 2003 by TRISHICAT 
Thanks Angela! Very easy to make and a great basic scone. I made mine with half whole wheat... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on may 4, 2003 by AGENT00111 
Very Delicious! I made first batch straight off of the recipe and it was perfect: light and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 27, 2004 by Mallinda 
These were quick and easy to make. I had planned to add some blueberries, but when I saw the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on may 19, 2003 by CHRYSANTHEMUM 
These were absolutely delicious! Very easy to make, too. I tried sprinkling some cinnamon and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 14, 2003 by ASHLEY STAY 
I made them with half cream and half milk and they tasted great MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.48 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 14, 2003 by KKAFRL 
These are great! I think I'll probably double the recipe next time since they went so fast. ... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Basic British Scones

Servings Per Recipe: 12

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 124

  • Total Fat: 4.2g
  • Cholesterol: 1mg
  • Sodium: 135mg
  • Total Carbs: 18.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
  • Protein: 2.6g

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