Scones are a delicious and versatile baked good that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or tea. They're relatively easy to make, and there are endless variations on the basic recipe. Whether you prefer them plain or loaded with fruit, nuts, or chocolate, there's a scone recipe out there for everyone. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite scone recipes, as well as tips and tricks for making the perfect scones every time.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
COUNTRY WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION SCONES
Traditionally served with strawberry jam and Chantilly Cream CWA Scones are the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea and the perfect afternoon treat or lunchbox snack.
Provided by Nana
Categories Cakes and Slices Dessert
Yield 8 scones
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 200C (or 180C for a fan-forced oven), and dust a flat surface with a little flour. Line a baking tray with baking paper or dust with a little flour
- Sift the flour, salt and baking powder together in a large bowl
- Add the milk and cream and combine with a butter knife. Don't over-work the mixture. Mix only until JUST combined
- Tip out onto the floured surface. Knead gently until smooth but again, don't overwork it.
- Shape into a rectangle approximately 2-3cm thick (or cut circles with a scone cutter). If you use a circle cutter, knead the remaining mixture together and cut some more scones
- Carefully separate the scones and place on the baking tray. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until just brown on the top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with Strawberry jam and Chantilly Cream or Lemon Curd and Chantilly Cream
SCONE RECIPE (C.W.A.)
I believe this is the recipe that the Country Womens Association used at the Royal Melbourne Show. Light and fluffy.this one is a no brainer! Served with cream and jam.......ooohhhhhhhh so very yummy! High Tea anyone?
Provided by Tisme
Categories Australian
Time 20m
Yield 36 scones
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Sift flour and salt really well together.
- Add sufficient enough milk and cream gradually, to make a firm but not dry mixture (just enough milk to make a dough, which is easy to handle and not too sticky, without to much extra flour on the board).
- Roll the mixture one way lightly. Cut and place scone shapes on a cold tray and brush tops with a little milk or melted butter.
- Bake in an oven set at 220C for 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 9.8, Sodium 74.2, Carbohydrate 20.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.3
Tips:
- Choose the right flour: Strong flour or bread flour is best for scones, as it will give them a light and fluffy texture. If you don't have strong flour, you can use all-purpose flour, but your scones may be a bit denser.
- Use cold butter: Cold butter will help to create flaky layers in your scones. If you use melted butter, your scones will be more dense and less flavorful.
- Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make your scones tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together, and then stop.
- Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help to firm up the butter and make it easier to roll out. This will also help to prevent the scones from spreading too much in the oven.
- Bake the scones in a hot oven: A hot oven will help to create a crispy exterior and a light and fluffy interior.
- Serve the scones warm: Scones are best served warm, when they are fresh out of the oven. You can also reheat them in a warm oven or toaster oven.
Conclusion:
Scones are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized with a variety of flavors and toppings. With a little practice, you can make perfect scones that will impress your friends and family.
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