Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 cup

flour

0.25 cup

sugar

2 tsp

baking powder

0.5 tsp

baking soda

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 cup

butter

cold

0.5 cup

apple

shredded

0.5 cup

milk

1 unit

milk

for topping

1 unit

sugar

1 unit

cinnamon

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~3 min

In a large bowl, measure and combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4
~3 min

Add shredded apple and milk to the bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

Stir until a soft dough forms.

Step 6
~3 min

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

Step 7
~3 min

Gently knead the dough 8 to 10 times.

Step 8
~3 min

Pat the dough into two 6-inch circles.

Step 9
~3 min

Place the circles on a greased baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~3 min

Brush the tops of the scones with milk.

Step 11
~3 min

Sprinkle the tops with sugar and cinnamon.

Step 12
~3 min

Score each circle into six pie-shaped wedges.

Step 13
~3 min

Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and risen.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve warm with butter and marmalade.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For best results, use very cold butter.

Do not over-knead the dough, or the scones will be tough.

Serve warm with clotted cream and jam.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with clotted cream and jam.

Serve with butter and marmalade.

Serve with a cup of tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Clotted Cream
Strawberry Jam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

A staple of afternoon tea.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Tea Time
Holiday Baking

Popularity Score

75/100