Traditional Scones are said to have originated in Scotland way back in the 16th century! They were made with the addition of oats, shaped into a round dough, and cut into wedges.
Nowadays, we cut them with cookie cutters into round scones or into squares with a knife. They're served with butter, jam, and cream, and have also evolved into having many other toppings; I often use grated cheese. Scones are the perfect treat for morning or afternoon tea or coffee time.
It is such a quick and easy bake, and something I never buy from a bakery, as they are best eaten on the same day. If there are leftovers, one can store them in a sealed container and freshen them up if using the day after baking by popping them into the microwave for a couple of seconds.
Simple pantry staples are required - Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Sugar, Salt, Butter, Eggs, and Milk, not forgetting the salt!
Sift the dry ingredients
Cut butter into cubes and rub into dry ingredients till it resembles fine breadcrumbs
Make a well in the centre
Beat eggs and milk together, and pour into the well (reserve approximately 20ml for brushing the scones before baking)
Mix lightly to a softish dough
Place dough on a well-floured surface, and pat to form a rectangular shape, approximately 2,5cm thick
Cut with a cookie cutter to make round scones or use a knife to cut into squares
Arrange on a sprayed baking pan, glaze with the reserved egg & milk, and bake in a 180掳C oven for approximately 15-20 minutes
Place on a wire rack while you turn the kettle on to make tea or coffee;)
I overbaked my scones, but they were still good; nicely golden brown on the outside and soft inside!
Cut in half and top with your favourite jam.
The cream is optional - I used a plant-based dessert cream that stores well in the refrigerator.
A little savoury mixed with the sweet scones. Some people prefer the jam on top of the cream, but I find it too messy. You can also pipe a circle of cream and place the jam in the centre. I do that when it's for a special occasion.
Tea is up, can't wait to tuck in!
Classic Scones with jam and cream is a timeless teatime treat, one of my all-time favourites!
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