5 British Recipes You Need To Try!

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).

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Stir in milk and eggs until just combined.

Fold in vanilla extract and currants gently.

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly.

Pat the dough into a circle about 2.5 cm thick.

Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to shape scones.

Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush tops with milk or egg wash for shine.

Bake until golden brown, about 12-15 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Serve warm with clotted cream and jam.

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