Scones - Cuisinart FP16DCU Manual

Scones

Makes 10-12
200g self raising fl our
Pinch of salt
50g butter, cut into 2.5cm cubes
25g caster sugar
125ml milk
1 egg, beaten
• Preheat oven to 220°C/425°F, Gas Mark 7. Insert the large chopping blade into the
medium work bowl. Add the fl our, salt and butter and process until the mixture
resembles fi ne breadcrumbs. Add the sugar replace lid and mix using a pulse action
until combined.
• Remove the small pusher and with the appliance running, add the milk through the
small feed tube until the mixture produces a ball of dough.
• Remove the dough and roll out to approximately 1cm thick. Using a 5cm cutter, cut into
10-12 rounds. Place on a baking tray and brush with the beaten egg.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or cold with butter and jam.
Variations:
Cheese scones: Replace the sugar with 50g grated cheese add a pinch of paprika or
cayenne pepper for extra fl avour
Sultana scones: Add 50g sultanas along with the sugar.
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