Simple Scones

Ingredients

For 8 servings

• 350g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 85g cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 3 tbsp caster sugar
• 175ml milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg, beaten (for glazing)
• Jam and clotted cream to serve

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a bowl.

3. 3

   Rub in the cold butter with your fingertips until it looks like fine breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Add the milk and vanilla, and mix quickly with a knife until it just comes together. Don't overwork it.

5. 5

   Tip onto a floured surface and gently pat out to about 3cm thick. Cut out rounds with a cutter.

6. 6

   Place on the tray, brush the tops with beaten egg.

7. 7

   Bake for 10-12 minutes until risen and golden.

8. 8

   Serve warm with jam and clotted cream. Jam first, obviously.