Are you looking for a classic English breakfast or afternoon tea treat? Look no further than the delectable English scones. These delightful pastries are a staple in British cuisine, loved for their light and fluffy texture, crumbly exterior, and irresistible flavors. With countless variations to choose from, finding the perfect English scone recipe can be a daunting task. Fear not, as we embark on a culinary journey to uncover the best English scone recipe, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and that quintessential scone charm.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ENGLISH SCONES
When I came to America from England in 1967, I made sure to bring along my favorite recipe for scones. Served warm with butter, they're perfect for breakfast.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 10 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Stir in raisins. Beat milk and egg; add to dry ingredients, stirring lightly. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll to 1-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Bake at 425° until golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
TRADITIONAL SCONES
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk egg and buttermilk until blended; add to crumb mixture just until moistened. , Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; gently knead 10 times. Divide dough in half; pat each portion into a 5-in. circle. Cut each circle into six wedges. , Separate wedges and place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm, with jam if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ENGLISH SCONES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: self-raising flour, butter, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, egg yolk, jam, clotted cream
Provided by Ellie Holland
Categories Bakery Goods
Yield 6 scones
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C).
- In a large bowl, rub together the self-raising flour and cubed butter until you form fine crumbs.
- Mix in the sugar, baking powder, and salt, and make a well in the middle.
- Pour in the milk and gently mix together until just combined.
- Tip the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about a minute. Be careful not to over-knead the dough.
- Using a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass, cut circles into the dough that are about 1-2 inches thick.
- Place onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper and coat the tops of the scones with the egg yolk.
- Bake for 12 minutes.
- Serve with clotted cream and jam.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 5 grams
WORLD'S BEST SCONES! FROM SCOTLAND TO THE SAVOY TO THE U.S.
My grandmother is Scottish and her family made GREAT scones.... In search of the best scone recipe in the world I have adapted their recipe with my own touches and with the famous scone recipe from the world renowned Savoy hotel in London. I now believe I have adapted the BEST SCONE RECIPE IN THE WORLD!
Provided by FRIENDLYFOOD
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Scone Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Sift the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt into a large bowl. Cut in butter using a pastry blender or rubbing between your fingers until it is in pea sized lumps. Stir in the currants. Mix together 1/2 cup milk and sour cream in a measuring cup. Pour all at once into the dry ingredients, and stir gently until well blended. Overworking the dough results in terrible scones!
- With floured hands, pat scone dough into balls 2 to 3 inches across, depending on what size you want. Place onto a greased baking sheet, and flatten lightly. Let the scones barely touch each other. Whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of milk. Brush the tops of the scones with the egg wash. Let them rest for about 10 minutes.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the tops are golden brown, not deep brown. Break each scone apart, or slice in half. Serve with butter or clotted cream and a selection of jams - or even plain.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Cholesterol 46.9 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 238 mg, Sugar 13.2 g
BASIC BRITISH SCONES
After much trial and error, I've come up with this basic scone recipe which rivals the scones at Tea & Sympathy in NYC.
Provided by Angela Martini
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Scone Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sift the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt into a bowl.
- Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar and enough milk to mix to a soft dough.
- 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.
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 102 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
BRITISH SCONES
I love going to British teas-we have a popular tearoom here in Albuquerque. These scones have an outstanding flavor and tender flaky texture.-Carole Jasier, Lecanto, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk the eggs, 1/3 cup cream and vanilla; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; gently knead 6-8 times., Pat dough into a 6-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush tops with remaining cream. , Bake at 400° for 12-14 minutes or until browned. Remove to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
MAKEOVER BRITISH SCONES
Carole Jasler of Lecanto, Florida asked us to lighten up this British tearoom classic without losing the tender, flaky texture and outstanding flavor of her original recipe. Our Test Kitchen did just that, and the tasty result has 54 fewer calories and 75% less saturated fat per one scone serving.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the egg, buttermilk, oil and vanilla; add to crumb mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Turn onto a floured surface; gently knead 6-8 times., Pat dough into a 6-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush tops with milk; sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 400° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Make sure your ingredients are cold. This will help the scones stay light and fluffy.
- Use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the butter into the flour. This will create small pieces of butter that will melt in the oven, creating a flaky texture.
- Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the scones tough.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1 inch (2.5 cm). This will ensure that the scones are cooked evenly.
- Cut the scones into triangles or rounds. You can use a knife or a biscuit cutter.
- Bake the scones at a high temperature (425°F or 220°C) for a short period of time (10-12 minutes). This will help the scones rise quickly and prevent them from becoming dry.
- Serve the scones warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, jam, or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
English scones are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or tea. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of flavors and toppings. Whether you like them plain or with your favorite toppings, English scones are sure to please everyone.
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