Preheat oven to 180C (350F).

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.

Melt butter and let it cool slightly.

In a separate bowl, add egg to the melted butter and whisk lightly.

Pour butter and egg mixture into the flour mixture.

Add milk to the bowl.

Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined. The mixture should be fluffy and slightly sticky.

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface.

With your hands, flatten the dough to approximately 5cm (2 inches) thick. Do not overmix or fold the dough.

Cut the dough into squares or use a cookie cutter to cut out circles.

Place the scones on an oiled baking tray.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until lightly browned.