What could be more tempting than a scone, tender and flaky within, delicately browned and slightly crunchy at the edges? Nothing, apparently, judging from the baker’s dozens of requests we’ve gotten ...

2 cups all-purpose flour ¼ cup sugar ¾ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/3 cup butter 1/3 cup vegetable shortening 1/3 cup milk 1 beaten egg Optional: fruit such as raisins, currants, dried ...

Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F/gas mark 7. Sift the flour into a mixing bowl and rub in the margarine until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar if making a sweet dough. Make a ...

04:00, Sun, Sep 29, 2024 Updated: 16:18, Sun, Sep 29, 2024 Scones are adored by many and they come in every flavour imaginable from classic plain, fruity delights to savoury cheese-laden treats.

What could be more tempting than a scone, tender and flaky within, delicately browned and slightly crunchy at the edges? Nothing, apparently, judging from the baker’s dozens of requests we’ve gotten ...

There are many scone recipes to follow online, including Mary Berry's and Jamie Oliver's. However, Nigella adds two special ingredients to her dough for a better bake. The recipe notes said: "These ...

I once took a work trip to Ireland to do nothing but learn about Irish milk, cheese and butter. Lucky for me, the first thing I ate when I arrived, jet-lagged and haggard, was a scone. I still ...

They're delicious — and royal-approved! It doesn’t get much more English — or more royal — than sitting down for afternoon tea. And of course, tea isn’t complete without a scone (or two!). We’ve got a ...

15:52, Sat, Feb 22, 2025 Updated: 10:35, Mon, Feb 24, 2025 Nothing is better than biting into a fresh hot scone topped with jam, and they are incredibly easy to make yourself in no time at all. Thanh, ...