Description
Cream Tea & Scones for the Bolton Food & Drink Festival is a classic British indulgence that combines fluffy, warm scones with rich clotted cream and sweet strawberry jam. Perfect for cozy afternoons or festive gatherings, these scones offer a delightful treat that is simple to prepare. Enjoy the comforting aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture with every bite while savoring a fragrant cup of tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup clotted cream (for serving)
- 1/2 cup strawberry jam (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425?F (220?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until combined.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Create a well in the center, pour in the milk, and stir gently until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently just until smooth. Pat into a 1-inch thick circle and cut out scones using a knife or cookie cutter.
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg