How do I bake basic scones?

Get your oven mitts ready for our easy and delicious basic scone recipe. Fluffy, buttery, and perfect for tea time treats!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake basic scones. Items include: all-purpose flour granulated sugar baking powder salt cold unsalted butter cold heavy cream vanilla extract

all-purpose flour 2 cups
granulated sugar 1/4 cup
baking powder 1 tablespoon
salt 1/2 teaspoon
cold unsalted butter 1/2 cup
cold heavy cream 3/4 cup
vanilla extract 1 teaspoon

Take note
Be careful not to overmix the dough or your scones could turn out tough. Also, be sure not to open the oven door too often while baking, or your scones may not rise properly.

1

Mix dry ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

2

Cut in cold butter

Add 1/2 cup of cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes, to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3

Add wet ingredients

Pour in 3/4 cup of cold heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir with a fork until the dough starts to come together.

4

Knead the dough

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times to bring it together.

5

Shape the scones

Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut out scones using a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass. Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6

Brush with cream

Brush the tops of the scones with a little extra heavy cream to help them brown nicely in the oven.

7

Bake and enjoy

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the scones for about 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top. Let them cool for a few minutes, then serve with butter, jam, or clotted cream. Enjoy!