How to bake the PERFECT scone | Paul Hollywood's Easy Bakes

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds more fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine is often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 200°C with fan (about 220°C normal).

In a bowl, add unsalted butter, flour, caster sugar, and baking powder.

Using hands, rub the butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Add two eggs and mix gently into the mixture.

Pour in whole milk, holding a little back to adjust consistency as needed.

Mix until it forms a soft dough, adjusting with milk if too dry or too wet.

Flour the surface and turn the dough onto it, folding it together gently without kneading.

Roll out the dough to about 1 inch thick, turning it to prevent sticking.

Use a scone cutter to cut out scones and place them on a baking tray.

Egg wash the tops of the scones, avoiding the sides to allow for rising.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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