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Scones
Rub butter into flour, salt and sugar. Milk, a light mix. Pat 3cm, cut straight down. Hot oven 220°C 10–12 minutes.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Scones take?
27 min all in — 15 min prep, 12 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 8 scones. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Mixing bowl, Oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at ½ tsp.
How much sugar?
2 tbsp of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Milk → Buttermilk. More tang, a little taller.
Any tips from this recipe?
Twisting the cutter seals the edge and they will not rise. Currants if you want a fruit scone. Say so.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.