Basic British Scones Recipe
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Basic British Scones

By: Angela Martini  
"After much trial and error, I've come up with this basic scone recipe which rivals the scones at "Tea & Sympathy" in NYC."

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
25 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 1 dozen
 

Ingredients

  • 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 124 | Total Fat: 4.2g | Cholesterol: 1mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 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
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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 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 28, 2003 by BRAINFEVER 
Finally! The perfect scone recipe. And easy. Forget the creme recipes & stuff. I... MORE
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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
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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 0 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
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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
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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 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by ASHLEY STAY 
I made them with half cream and half milk and they tasted great MORE
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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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