For best results, use very cold butter. You can even chill the flour and bowl beforehand. Don't overmix the dough, as this will result in tough scones. Gently combine the ingredients until just moistened. For a richer flavor, substitute half-and-half or heavy cream for the whole milk. Experiment with different dried fruits, such as raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots.
Brunch Scones
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS486
Delight in these golden-brown scones, perfect for a leisurely brunch or a sweet afternoon treat. Warm from the oven, they are simply divine when paired with clotted cream and a dollop of vibrant strawberry jam.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate37 g
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Cholesterol47 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium191 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the chilled, cubed butter and sugar. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, rub or cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the milk and add the currants. Gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The dough will be slightly sticky. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently roll or pat the dough to a 3/4-inch thickness. Use a 2 1/2-inch round cutter to stamp out scones. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg yolk for a beautiful golden sheen. Let stand for 15 minutes before baking to allow the baking powder to fully activate. (15 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are risen and lightly golden brown. (15 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Transfer the baked scones to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm with clotted cream and strawberry jam.
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Johnny Kertzmann
Jun 21, 2025These scones were so easy to make and tasted amazing! My family loved them.
Dedrick Dooley
Oct 23, 2023The egg wash really makes a difference in the appearance. They looked like they came from a bakery!
Roel Romaguera
Jul 4, 2023I found that chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking made them even flakier.
Eloy Spinka
Jan 22, 2023I added a bit of orange zest to the dough for extra flavor. Delicious!