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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (182)

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 Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2004 by NINGENSUKI   view full review
I don't know how the other guys handle the dough in this recipes, but I choose it anyway,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 10, 2003 by AnnaG   view full review
This is the only scone recipe you need! These turn out perfect every time and they're not...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 28, 2003 by BRAINFEVER   view full review
Finally! The perfect scone recipe. And easy. Forget the creme recipes & stuff. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2004 by Mallinda   view full review
These were quick and easy to make. I had planned to add some blueberries, but when I saw the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 4, 2003 by AGENT00111   view full review
Very Delicious! I made first batch straight off of the recipe and it was perfect: light and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2003 by LOUISE CANADA   view full review
Very good! I made these for my Scottish friends and they loved them. I added mini-chocolate...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by TRISHICAT   view full review
Thanks Angela! Very easy to make and a great basic scone. I made mine with half whole wheat...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 19, 2003 by CHRYSANTHEMUM   view full review
These were absolutely delicious! Very easy to make, too. I tried sprinkling some cinnamon and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by KKAFRL   view full review
These are great! I think I'll probably double the recipe next time since they went so fast. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by ASHLEY STAY   view full review
I made them with half cream and half milk and they tasted great

 

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