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Martha Stewart Scones Recipe

Martha Stewart Scones Recipe

Want to make perfect scones at home? Martha Stewart Scones Recipe is the answer. These buttery, flaky treats are surprisingly easy.
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Course Dessert

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Sharp knife or biscuit cutter
  • Pastry brush
  • Small bowl for egg wash

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter cut into pieces
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup berries or chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • This prevents sticking and ensures even baking.
  • Set everything aside while you prepare the dough.
  • Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Whisk them together in your large bowl.
  • Make sure everything is well combined.
  • This ensures even distribution of leavening agents.
  • Add cold butter pieces to your flour mixture.
  • Use a pastry cutter or fork here.
  • Work until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  • Small butter pieces create those flaky layers.
  • Don't overwork the dough at this stage.
  • Whisk cream, egg, and vanilla in a bowl.
  • Pour this mixture into your dry ingredients.
  • Stir gently until just combined together.
  • Add berries or chocolate chips if using.
  • The dough should look slightly shaggy.
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface gently.
  • Pat it into a circle about 3/4-inch thick.
  • Cut into 8 wedges with a sharp knife.
  • Or use a biscuit cutter for round scones.
  • Place them on your prepared baking sheet.
  • Brush tops with a beaten egg mixture.
  • This creates a beautiful golden color.
  • Sprinkle with sugar if you like sweetness.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  • Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use cold butter straight from the refrigerator.
  • This creates those perfect flaky layers you want.
  • Don't overmix the dough or scones become tough.
  • Handle the dough as little as possible.
  • Work quickly so butter stays cold throughout.
  • Freeze shaped scones for 10 minutes before baking.
  • This helps them hold their shape better.
  • Brush with cream instead of egg for richness.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
  • Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
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