English Plain Scones

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Traditional English Plain Scones Recipe

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

188

Sugar

Fat

English Plain Scones are a traditional British pastry that is commonly served with tea or coffee. They originated in Scotland in the early 1500s and were originally made with oats instead of flour. Today, scones are made with self-raising flour and can be enjoyed plain or with a variety of toppings, such as jam and clotted cream. These scones are light and fluffy with a slightly sweet flavor, making them perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack. They are also easy to make, requiring only a few basic ingredients that can be found in most kitchens.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.
2.	In a large bowl, rub the butter into the self-raising flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
3.	Stir in the sugar and salt.
4.	Make a well in the middle of the mixture and add the milk gradually, stirring with a knife to combine and form a soft dough.
5.	Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently roll to a thickness of about 2cm. Use a cutter or a glass to cut out rounds and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
6.	Brush the tops of the scones with a little milk.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until they are golden brown and well-risen.
8.	Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack before serving.

PROS

English Plain Scones are easy to make and perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack.
They have a light and fluffy texture with a slightly sweet flavor that complements jam and clotted cream perfectly.

CONS

These scones can be high in calories and may not be suitable for a low-carb or low-fat diet.

Over-mixing the dough can lead to a tough and chewy texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although English Plain Scones are not particularly healthy, they contain some essential nutrients such as calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium. These nutrients help to maintain strong bones and teeth.
Eating scones with jam and clotted cream can provide a quick source of energy for the body.

	40 g butter
	225 g self-raising flour
	25 g sugar
	2 pinches salt
	5 fluid ounces milk