Classic Scones

Ingredients

• • 450g self raising flour
• • 1/2 tsp salt
• • 75g cold butter, cubed
• • 50g sugar
• • 300ml milk, plus extra for brushing
• • Jam and whipped cream, to serve

Method

1. Heat oven to 220°C and line a baking tray.
2. Rub the flour, salt and butter together until it resembles breadcrumbs, then stir in the sugar.
3. Make a well and pour in the milk, mixing quickly to a soft dough — don't overwork it.
4. Pat out to about 2.5cm thick and cut into rounds.
5. Place on the tray, brush the tops with milk, and bake for 12-15 minutes until well risen and golden.
6. Serve warm with jam and cream.