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Loading...| 4 cups all-purpose flour | |
| 1/2 teaspoon salt | |
| 2 tablespoons baking powder | |
| 1 1/3 cups milk | |
| 16 tablespoons cold butter | |
| 2/3 cup granulated sugar | |
| 1 teaspoon cinnamon | |
| 1 teaspoon vanilla extract | |
| 1 1/2 cups raisins or 1 1/2 cups sultanas | |
| 1 jar fruit preserves |
| 1. | Preheat the oven to 425°F. |
| 2. | Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder in a mixing bowl. |
| 3. | Cut cold butter into small cubes and blend into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. |
| 4. | Add in sugar, cinnamon, and raisins or sultanas. Stir well. |
| 5. | Add milk and vanilla extract to the mixture gradually, stirring until the dough forms. |
| 6. | Form the dough into a ball and knead it on a floured surface for a few minutes. |
| 7. | Roll the dough out to around 1-inch thickness and cut it into wedges using a cookie cutter or knife. |
| 8. | Place each wedge on a baking sheet and make an indentation on the top of each scone with a spoon. |
| 9. | Fill each indentation with fruit preserves and bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until golden brown. |
| 10. | Serve warm with butter and more preserves on top, if desired. |
Filled with raisins and fruit preserves, a perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors.
Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or tea time.
High in sugar and fat content, not suitable for those on a strict diet or trying to avoid sweets.
Raisins are a good source of fiber and vitamins, while fruit preserves provide antioxidants. However, the high sugar and fat content of this recipe should be consumed in moderation.
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