Modern Cream Scones

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour (About 300g)
• 4 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 6 tablespoons Cold unsalted butter (Cut into small cubes)
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 Egg white (For brushing)
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar (For sprinkling)

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. 2Add cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips or a pastry blender to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add the cream to the beaten eggs. Pour the egg and cream mixture into the flour mixture and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. 4Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a circle about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick. Use a sharp knife or a cookie cutter to cut out scones. Squares or circles work well.
5. 5Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops of the scones with egg white and sprinkle with sugar.
6. 6Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. 7Let the scones cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Serve warm with clotted cream and jam, if desired.