Vanilla Jammy Scones
Treat yourself to a delicious treat with my Vanilla Jammy Scones! A perfect balance of sweet and savoury, these scones are the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of tea. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, buttery inside, it's hard to resist these delightful treats. Don't forget the jam and clotted cream!
Let's sweeten those rainy afternoons with a batch of these delectable Vanilla Jammy Scones! There's something special about the scent of warm scones when they come out of the oven - and these Vanilla Jammy Scones are sure to give your kitchen a homely, cosy atmosphere.
The mix of melted butter, caster sugar, and fragrant vanilla will tantalize your taste buds. To top it all off, add some delicious homemade jam and clotted cream - it's a dreamy combination!
These scones are perfect to enjoy with your family or for a cozy tea time with friends! Plus, it's so easy to make :) Enjoy!
Why You’ll Love This Vanilla Jammy Scones Recipe
These are all the reasons I'm loving this Vanilla Jammy Scones recipe:
The perfect balance of sweet and savory: Delicious bits of vanilla and jam combine together with the slight saltiness of the scones to create a beautiful balance of flavor that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
A great snack or breakfast: Whether you’re looking for a quick snack in the afternoon or a special breakfast treat, these scones are perfect for any occasion.
Easy to make: With only a few ingredients and a quick 10 minutes in the oven, you can have a batch of delicious Vanilla Jammy Scones ready to enjoy in no time!
Vanilla Jammy Scones
Treat yourself to a delicious treat with my Vanilla Jammy Scones! A perfect balance of sweet and savoury, these scones are the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of tea. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, buttery inside, it's hard to resist these delightful treats. Don't forget the jam and clotted cream!
Ingredients
- 350g self-raising flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 85g butter, cut into cubes
- 3 tbsp caster sugar
- 175ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- squeeze lemon juice (see tips below)
- beaten egg, to glaze
- jam and clotted cream, to serve
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Add self-raising flour, ¼ tsp salt, and baking powder to a large bowl and mix together.
- Step 2: Incorporate the butter, working it in with your hands until the mixture resembles small crumbs. Mix in the caster sugar.
- Step 3: Place the milk into a jug and microwave it for around 30 seconds until it is warm, but not boiling. Then, blend in the vanilla extract and a touch of lemon juice, and leave aside for a bit.
- Step 4: Place a baking sheet in the oven. Form a hollow in the dry mix, adding the liquid and blend them hastily with a cutlery knife - the mixture will appear fairly moist at first.
- Step 5: Sprinkle some flour onto the workstation and empty the dough onto it. Liberally coat the dough and your hands with flour, then fold it over a couple of times till it forms a more uniform texture. Press it down to a thickness of about 4 cm. Take a 5 cm wide cutter (round ones with smooth edges will produce a better rise) and dip it in flour, then press it down into the dough. Continue the process until you get 4 scones. If you still have dough left, gather it back together and press it into a round shape to cut out more.
- Step 6: Gently brush the tops of the finished buns with a beaten egg, and place on a preheated baking tray. Bake for 10 minutes until the tops have risen and become a golden color. Enjoy warm or chilled on the day of baking, with jam and clotted cream. If you plan on freezing them, let the buns cool completely before freezing. When ready to eat, allow them to thaw, then put them in an oven at a low temperature (around 160C/140C fan/gas 3) for a few minutes to heat up.
