British Scones

A taste of Merry Olde England!

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 1 dozen

Ingredients

• 2  cups all-purpose flour
• 1  teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1  pinch salt
• 1⁄4 cup  sodium-free margarine
• 1⁄8 cup white sugar
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 2  tablespoons milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Sift the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt into a bowl.
4. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
5. Stir in the sugar and enough milk to mix to soft dough.
6. Turn onto a floured surface, knead lightly and roll out to a 3/4-inch thickness.
7. Cut into 2-inch rounds and place on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Brush with milk to glaze.
9. Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 minutes then cool on a wire rack.
10. Serve with butter or clotted cream and jam.