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How to Make Perfect Scones
Light, tender scones bursting with your favorite mix-ins. Learn the secrets to perfectly golden, flaky layers every time.
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Prep time30 min
Bake time25 min
Total time1 hr
Makes8
Ingredients
1
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled), plus more for hands and work surface
2
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
3
1/2 teaspoon salt
4
2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
5
1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, frozen
6
1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream or buttermilk (plus 2 Tbsp for brushing)
7
1 large egg
8
1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
9
1-1.5 cups add-ins such as chocolate chips, berries, nuts, fruit, etc
10
optional: coarse sugar for topping
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