Raisin Free Scones

Dessert (1075) Baking (674) Afternoon Tea (359) Scones (26) Elevenses (1)

Classic scones are studded with raisins, but they can be enjoyed without the fruit. Serve them fresh out the oven and smeared with a healthy helping of strawberry jam and double cream.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Makes: 12 servings

Ingredients
2 eggs
75g cold butter
1 tsp baking powder
160ml milk
50g granulated sugar
Strawberry jam (optional)
Clotted/whipped double cream (optional)

Required ingredients

Method

Add the baking powder to the flour.

Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk using a fork.

Cube the butter.

Rub the butter to the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Add the milk and all but 1 tablespoon of the whisked eggs and mix together using a spatula.

Place the dough onto a floured surface, being careful not to over work it, and roll it into a 2cm thick rectangle.

Using a cookie-cutter, or a small ramekin press out 12 circles.

Place each 'scone circle' onto a greased baking tray and place in the oven for 10 minutes (no more) at 160 degrees/gas mark 3.

They should turn out slightly golden and crumbly-looking.

Place scones on a wire rack to cool.

Serve with a dollop of strawberry jam, homemade is best and an equal portion of cream.

Categories
#Scones
#Baking
#Afternoon Tea
#Dessert
#Elevenses