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Scones

  • Serves 10
  • Prep time: 10 mins | Cooking time: 20 mins

Perfect for a shared morning tea, these classic scones are simple and quick to make. Serve warm straight from the oven with a dollop of jam and cream.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Self Rising Flour (+ some extra for kneading and rolling)

  • 50g Butter

  • Pinch of Salt

  • Tbsp Sugar

  • 1 cup Milk or water (may need a splash more)

Method

  1. Pre-heat over 180°.

  2. Rub flour with butter into a bread crumb consistency.

  3. Add all other dry ingredients.

  4. Add milk/water and knead until combined and the dough is soft and not sticky. (add flour or liquid as needed)

  5. Roll out to 1.5 inch thickness and either cut into ‘rustic’ scone shapes or use a cookie cutter.

  6. Place on baking paper lined tray and brush top with milk.

  7. Bake for 15-20 mins or until slightly brown on top

Tip:

Serve hot with jam and freshly whipped cream.