Traditional British Christmas Afternoon Tea Recipes

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

self-raising flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour + baking powder

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour + baking powder

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

caster sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

almond extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: imitation almond extract

Vanilla offers a different flavor profile but is often more accessible.

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Mix plain flour, baking powder, caster sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Add butter and mix until crumbly.

Stir in the egg, vanilla paste, and milk until a dough forms.

Fold in the raisins gently.

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead.

Roll out the dough to about 2 cm thick.

Cut out rounds with a cookie cutter and place on a baking tray.

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Prepare the sugar glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk and melted butter.

Drizzle the glaze over the scones once they are cool.

Cooking Techniques

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