Golden Scones using a Cecotec
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Ah, scones! These delightful little pastries have a rich history, originating from the British Isles where tea time wouldn't be complete without their flaky presence. Legend has it that scones were first introduced by the Scots in the 1500s, and now they’ve become the perfect companion for clotted cream and jam, making every afternoon feel like a royal affair. With just a handful of simple ingredients like flour, butter, and a sprinkle of sugar, you can whip up a batch that will impress even the most discerning tea enthusiasts. So, put on your best tea apron and get ready to indulge in these golden-brown bites of joy—because every bite is a little taste of history sprinkled with a dash of elegance!
Ingredients
- 250 g Flour
- 50 g Butter
- 25 g Granulated sugar
- 10 g Baking powder
- 125 g Milk
- 1 Egg
- 1 Tablespoon(s) Milk
Steps
Dough
- Add 250 g of flour, 50 g of butter, 25 g of granulated sugar, 10 g of baking powder in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Add 125 g of milk in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl on a workplan.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Gently pat the dough into a round about 2.5 cm thick.
Shaping and Baking
- Use a round cutter (about 6-7 cm in diameter) to cut out scones.
- Transfer the content of the workplan on a baking tray.
- Place the scones onto a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
- Add 1 egg in a bowl.
- Add 1 tablespoon(s) of milk in the bowl.
- Mix manual: 0sec / 0°C / Speed 1.
- Add 1 egg, 1 tablespoon(s) of milk on the bowl.
- Whisk the egg with a tablespoon of milk to create an egg wash.
- Brush the tops of the scones with the egg wash.
- Preheat the oven at 200°C.
- Cook in the oven at 200°C.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and well-risen.
Final Presentation
- Let the scones cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
- Serve Warm.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
