Ingredients:
- 500g All Purpose Flour
- 105g Granulated Sugar
- 22g Baking Powder
- 250ml Buttermilk, plus extra for brushing
- ¾ lb Butter, cold and cubed
Method:
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- With your hands gently combine the flour mixture and cubed butter, rubbing them between your fingers.
- Combine until butter is coated with flour and starting to break up or crumble.
- Slowly pour the buttermilk in while mixing. Mix until batter is crumbly and milk is incorporated.
- Turn batter onto a floured service, and form into a ball. Roll the batter out to a 1inch even thickness round. Portion scones, and place on prepared tray.
- Place scones in fridge for 20 minutes, until chilled and firm.
- Brush scones with buttermilk and sprinkle with sugar. Bake 12-15 minutes or until puffed and golden on the bottom.
- Enjoy them warm from the oven with butter or clotted cream and your favorite preserves.