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Classic British Scones

Classic British Scones

Updated November 3, 2026

Tender British scones served with clotted cream and jam. Tea time.

Cook time
30 min
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Ingredients

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  • all-purpose flour
  • sugar
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • cold butter, cubed
  • heavy cream
  • egg
  • vanilla

Instructions

Make the dough
Make the dough
Form and bake
Form and bake

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Scone Bread Pudding with Clotted Cream Custard

Day-old scones cubed and baked in a rich custard with jam swirls, served warm with whipped cream

You'll need to pick up:

Eggs (3-4)Whole milk or cream (1.5 cups)Sugar (3 tablespoons)Vanilla extractJam or preserves (2-3 tablespoons)Whipped cream for serving

Quick overview:

  1. 1.Cut day-old scones into 1-inch cubes, spread on baking sheet
  2. 2.Lightly toast cubes in 325°F oven for 8-10 minutes to firm edges
  3. 3.Whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth
  4. 4.Layer half the toasted scone cubes in buttered baking dish
  5. 5.Dollop jam over first layer, add remaining scone cubes on top
  6. 6.Pour custard mixture slowly over scones, let soak 15 minutes
  7. 7.Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes until custard sets but center jiggles slightly
  8. 8.Cool 10 minutes, serve warm with whipped cream

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