Basic Scones Recipe

This basic scones recipe is a good starter. Use as is or add the optional ingredients listed at the end of the recipe.

Basic Scone Recipe

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 1 egg
• 3/4 cup milk

Preheat oven to 400º F (200º C). Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Whip milk and egg and add to mixture. Stir until a soft ball of dough forms.
Knead gently on a lightly floured surface, turning a few times. Divide dough in half for easier handling and pat or roll out dough to one half-inch thick circles. Slice into wedges or use a shaped cutter. Place on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Makes 10 to 12 scones.

Optional: For sweet scones : Wash tops with cream and sprinkle with sugar crystals or glaze with powdered sugar and lemon juice mixture.

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