AFTERNOON TEA PART 1 TRADITIONAL BRITISH RECIPES

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

clotted cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped cream

Greek yogurt offers a lighter alternative.

currants

🥗Healthier: raisins

💰Cheaper: dried cranberries

Raisins are more widely available.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).

Mix plain flour and sugar in a large bowl.

Add vanilla sugar, baking powder, and salt to the flour mixture.

Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Stir in heavy cream and eggs until just combined.

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly.

Pat the dough to about 2.5 cm thick.

Cut out scones with a round cutter and place on a baking tray.

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake for 12-15 minutes until risen and golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens