Classic English Cream Scones
Make Classic English Cream Scones, a British breakfast recipe with Self-raising flour, Caster sugar, Salt. It has about 30 min, about 290 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Classic English Cream Scones is a British breakfast recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 8 servings, has about 290 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonClassic English Cream Scones ingredients
- 2 cups Self-raising flour
- 1/4 cup Caster sugar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup Heavy cream
How to make Classic English Cream Scones
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly flour a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 cups of self-raising flour, 1/4 cup of caster sugar, and 1/2 tsp of salt until well combined.
- Add the 1/4 cup of cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips, quickly rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs with a few pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. Work quickly to keep the butter as cold as possible.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in 3/4 cup of heavy cream. Use a butter knife or a spatula to gently mix until just combined and a soft, shaggy dough forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough scones.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a 3/4 to 1-inch thick circle (or rectangle, if preferred); do not knead the dough.
- Use a 2.5-inch round cutter (or a floured knife) to cut out scones, pushing straight down without twisting to ensure an even rise. Gather the scraps, gently re-pat, and cut out any remaining scones. You should get approximately 8 scones.
- Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each. Lightly brush the tops of the scones with a splash of extra heavy cream for a golden finish.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are well-risen, golden brown on top, and cooked through. A skewer inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Transfer the baked scones to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm, split in half, traditionally with clotted cream and strawberry jam.
Classic English Cream Scones FAQ
How do I make Classic English Cream Scones?
Make Classic English Cream Scones by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Classic English Cream Scones?
The main ingredients include Self-raising flour, Caster sugar, Salt, Unsalted butter, Heavy cream. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Classic English Cream Scones take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Classic English Cream Scones?
Recipe Genius estimates about 290 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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