Light as a feather scones –Welcome to the wonderful world of scones! Here, we believe that lightness is key, and nothing says “delightful treat” like a fluffy scone that practically floats off your plate. These Light as a Feather Scones are sure to lift your spirits, and trust us, no one will judge you if you eat them all in one sitting. Let’s get to baking!
Light as a Feather Scones
Are you ready to whip up some magical, airy scones? Buckle up, because this is going to be a bumpy ride into the fluffy skies of high tea heaven!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Sweet toppings like jam, clotted cream, or whipped butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). We want those scones to rise like they just heard a really funny joke!
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. This is the dry party, and everyone’s invited!
- Add the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to crumble the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Not only does this make it flaky, but it also gets your fingers a little workout.
- Make a well in the center of the mixture, and pour in the milk and vanilla extract. Gently mix it together until it forms a sticky dough. Don’t overmix unless you want your scones to be as tough as a two-dollar steak!
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together. Pat it into a thickness of about 1 inch and then cut out your scones with a round cutter.
- Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they have a little space between them to spread their wings in the oven.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown. It’s time to let those beauties rise!
- Once they’re out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes and then serve warm, complete with a generous dollop of your favorite toppings. Enjoy your soaring scones!
And there you have it! Light as a Feather Scones that are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a fancy tea party or a solo snack emporium. Just remember, when life gives you lemons, make lemon scones!