RECIPES

Scones

Makes 12-16 serves

INGREDIENTS

2 cups/250g self-rising flour, sifted Pinch of salt

2 tablespoons butter ¾-1 cup milk

½cup/65g self-rising flour, extra for scone cutter Extra milk, for brushing

METHOD

1.Assemble Food Processor using the dough blade.

2.Place flour, salt and butter into the processing bowl. Process until butter is absorbed into flour.

3.With the motor running, slowly add sufficient milk through the feed chute until dough forms into a ball. Do not over process.

4.Remove dough ball and lightly knead on a lightly flour dusted surface. Press dough out gently with hands to about 3/4 inch (2cm) thickness.

5.Using a 1 ½ inch (4cm) scone cutter, dip cutting edge into the extra flour and cut 12 scone shapes from the dough. If desired re-knead left-over dough, press out and cut extra scone shapes.

6.Place scone shapes close together in a lightly greased 11" x 7" (28cm x 10cm) baking pan and lightly brush tops with a little of the extra milk.

7.Bake scones in a preheated oven at 475°F (250°C) for 12-15 minutes or until cooked and golden brown.

8.Place scones onto a cooling rack and cover with a clean tea towel.

Serve warm with jam and whipped cream.

Variation - Pumpkin Scones:

In Step 3 substitute ½ cup milk with ½ cup mashed pumpkin.

NOTE

The quantity of milk may vary due to different types of flour.

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Breville BFP800XL manual Scones

BFP800XL specifications

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