Classic scones
3
Points®
Total time: 25 min • Prep: 10 min • Cook: 15 min • Serves: 12 • Difficulty: Easy
The humble scone is a scrummy afternoon tea that is moist and fluffy and can be garnished with a variety of delicious toppings.
Ingredients
White self-raising flour
1½ cup(s), (225g)
Icing sugar
1 tbs
Reduced fat oil spread
30 g
Buttermilk
¾ cup(s), (180ml)
Skim milk
1 tbs
Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 220°C. Lightly spray a 20cm x 30cm baking tray with oil. Dust the tray with 1 tablespoon of the flour, shake out excess.
2
Combine the remaining flour and sugar in a large bowl. Using fingertips, rub in the spread until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Using a butter knife, gently stir in the buttermilk until just combined (do not over mix). Gently knead dough on a lightly floured surface for 30 seconds or until just smooth.
3
Press dough out to 2.5cm thickness. Using a 4.5cm-round cutter dipped in flour, cut out 12 scones from the dough. Arrange the scones on the prepared tray. Lightly brush tops with the skim milk. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until scones are browned and sound hollow when tapped on the base with fingertips. Serve warm.
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