Buckingham palace scones
These Buckingham Palace Scones are the epitome of British afternoon tea elegance. With a tender, buttery crumb and a delicate sweetness from plump raisins, they offer a perfect balance of texture and flavor. The dough comes together quickly, requiring no yeast and minimal kneading, making them an accessible treat for home bakers. The result is a light, airy interior with a crisp, golden exterior that crumbles beautifully. Best served warm, split open, and slathered with thick clotted cream and strawberry jam. They are ideal for holiday brunches, special celebrations, or a cozy weekend morning treat that feels indulgent yet comforting.
Description
These Buckingham Palace Scones are the epitome of British afternoon tea elegance. With a tender, buttery crumb and a delicate sweetness from plump raisins, they offer a perfect balance of texture and flavor. The dough comes together quickly, requiring no yeast and minimal kneading, making them an accessible treat for home bakers. The result is a light, airy interior with a crisp, golden exterior that crumbles beautifully. Best served warm, split open, and slathered with thick clotted cream and strawberry jam. They are ideal for holiday brunches, special celebrations, or a cozy weekend morning treat that feels indulgent yet comforting.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups flour
- 1 pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup butter, cold and cubed
- 1 tblsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Directions
- 1 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.- 3
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.- 4
Stir in the sugar and raisins until evenly distributed.- 5
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. In a small bowl, beat the whole egg and mix with about 1/2 cup of milk.- 6
Pour the egg and milk mixture into the well. Gently stir with a fork until the dough just begins to come together. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk, one tablespoon at a time. Do not overmix.- 7
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead just enough to form a cohesive ball, about 5-10 strokes. Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.- 8
Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut out scones. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.- 9
Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg wash for a golden finish.- 10
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden brown on top and the bottoms are lightly colored.- 11
Remove from oven and serve immediately while hot.NoteFor best texture, keep the butter cold until the moment you add it to the flour.
Do not over-knead the dough, as this will make the scones tough instead of tender.
These scones are best served fresh. If storing, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispness.
Substitute raisins with dried cranberries, currants, or blueberries for a variation.
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