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Scone with Clotted Cream and Preserves
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- Clotted cream, for serving
- Preserves (such as strawberry or raspberry), for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a floured round cutter to cut out scones. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the tops of the scones with a little bit of heavy cream.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
- Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the scones with clotted cream and preserves. Enjoy!
The history of scones with clotted cream and preserves dates back to the 11th century in Scotland, where they were originally made with oats and cooked on a griddle. Over time, the recipe evolved to include flour, butter, and baking powder, resulting in the light and fluffy scones we know today. The tradition of serving scones with clotted cream and preserves became popular in England, particularly in the Devon and Cornwall regions, where it became known as a cream tea. The best version of this dish can be found in quaint tea rooms in the English countryside, where expert bakers carefully craft the perfect scones and serve them with rich clotted cream and fruity preserves. The key to a delicious scone with clotted cream and preserves lies in the quality of the ingredients - the scones should be tender and buttery, the clotted cream thick and indulgent, and the preserves bursting with fruit flavor. While the traditional method of serving scones with clotted cream and preserves is timeless, some modern variations include adding a twist to the classic scone recipe with ingredients like chocolate chips or dried fruit.
30 min
8
280 calories
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