Thermomix Scones
These make a such a wonderful afternoon treat best served with clotted cream, strawberry jam a pot of tea.
Servings: 12 scones
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
- 75 g unsalted butter, chilled and roughly cut up into cubes
- 350 g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 30 g caster sugar
- 120 g milk
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F (200°C fan) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Weigh the flour, baking powder, sugar and butter into the mixing bowl and mix for 5 sec/speed 8 until breadcrumbs form.
- Add the milk and all but 2 tablespoons of the beaten eggs. Mix for 10 sec/speed 4, then knead for 30-40 sec/dough function.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead into a ball (add a little more flour if it's too sticky, but not too much or the scones will become dense). Try not to overwork the dough.
- Using a floured rolling pin, gently roll out to 2cm thick and using a 6cm cutter, cut into shapes. Gather the trimmings, then cut out the remaining dough. Repeat until you have 12 scones. Dipping the cutter in flour first helps it not stick to the dough.
- Lift the scones carefully onto the baking tray with a spatula and brush the tops with the reserved egg mixture.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until well risen and golden. To tell if they're ready, tap the top with your fingers, and if they sound hollow, they're cooked. Alternatively, insert a toothpick, and if it comes out clean, they're ready.
- Once baked, cool on a wire rack and serve warm with clotted cream, jam or simply lashings of butter!
Notes
Storage: Scones are best enjoyed on the day they are made, but can be stored for 1-2 days in an airtight container.
To freeze: Let the scones cool completely and transfer them to a resealable bag or airtight container before freezing for up to 1 month. Defrost for 1 hour at room temperature, then warm the defrosted scones in the oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 1scone | Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 427mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g
