Scones with Clotted Cream and Jam
A classic British teatime treat.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Skills Required
Baking
Ingredients & Nutrition
250 kcal
Calories
4g
Protein
14g
Fat
28g
Carbs
1g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
250mg
Sodium
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup, cubed Cold Butter
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
- for serving Clotted Cream
- for serving Strawberry Jam
Equipment Needed
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking Sheet
- Pastry Blender or knives
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Add currants or raisins to the dough.
- Make savory scones with cheese and herbs.
- Add lemon or orange zest to the dough for a citrusy flavor.
- Serve with lemon curd instead of jam.
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in heavy cream until a dough forms.
5. On a floured surface, pat the dough to 1-inch thickness and cut out rounds with a biscuit cutter.
6. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
7. Serve warm with clotted cream and jam.