Description
Indulge in the royal tradition of English tea with the Traditional English Scones, inspired by the official Buckingham Palace recipe. These scones are a perfect blend of tenderness and rich flavor, making them a beloved choice for any occasion—be it brunch or afternoon tea. Paired with clotted cream and strawberry jam, they are an elegant treat that brings the charm of British heritage right to your kitchen. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll master this classic recipe in no time. Experience the delight of serving freshly baked scones that will impress your guests and elevate your tea time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 7 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 eggs (divided)
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- Optional: 2/3 cup sultanas or golden raisins
Instructions
- Soak sultanas in hot water for 20-30 minutes, then drain.
- Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly.
- In another bowl, whisk together two eggs and buttermilk; fold into dry mixture along with soaked raisins.
- Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth. Chill dough for 30-45 minutes.
- Roll out to 1-inch thickness; cut into rounds with a biscuit cutter and chill again for 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Brush tops with beaten egg and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 158mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg