Tea on the Green – Scone

Method

• 1

  Step 1

  Add the flour, caster sugar and baking powder to a bowl and rub in the butter to create fine breadcrumbs.
• 2

  Step 2

  Add the sultanas and mix through. Make a well in the centre of your bowl and add the milk (you may not need all of it) to mix to a soft dough.
• 3

  Step 3

  Turn out onto a well floured board and knead gently until it comes together forming a smooth dough.
• 4

  Step 4

  Roll the dough out to 5cm depth and using a 9cm fluted cutter, cut approx 24 large scones. Place on a baking tray and leave in a warm place for 10/15 minutes before placing in 220c preheated oven.
• 5

  Step 5

  Cook for 13 minutes, turn and cook for a further 8/9 minutes.
• 6

  Step 6

  Serve with clotted cream and strawberry jam.