Ingredients

• 250 g - plain flour
• A pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp - baking powder
• 200 g - butter
• 200 g - sugar
• 1/2 cup - milk
• 1 - egg beaten.

How to Make Basic Scone Recipe

• Heat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas 7. Lightly grease a baking sheet.
• Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt and rub in the butter. Stir in the sugar and then the milk to get a soft dough. (Use a little more milk if the dough is too stiff).
• Turn on to a floured work surface and spread very lightly to about 3/4 inch thickness.
• Using a small bottle lid or saucer cut out rounds and place on a baking sheet. Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg.
• Bake for 12-15 mins until well risen and golden.
• Cool on a wire rack and serve with butter.