Scones with Clotted Cream and Jam

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix the self-raising flour and sugar together.

3. 3

   Add the butter and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Gradually add the milk, mixing with a knife until you have a soft dough.

5. 5

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently.

6. 6

   Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 2 cm (

7. 7

   8 inches).

8. 8

   Use a round cutter to cut out scones and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

9. 9

   Brush the tops of the scones with a little milk.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are well risen and golden brown.

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    Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack.

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    Serve the scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam.