Dandelion Honey Scones Clotted (Print version)

Golden scones with honey and clotted cream. Perfect warm treat for tea or brunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
06 - 1/3 cup dandelion honey or mild-flavored honey
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1 large egg

→ To Serve

09 - Dandelion honey, for drizzling
10 - 1 cup clotted cream

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Add cold, cubed butter. Use a pastry blender or fingertips to rub butter into dry ingredients until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk honey, milk, and egg until well combined.
05 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture. Stir gently with a fork or spatula just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Place dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick round.
07 - Using a 2.5-inch round cutter, cut out scones and transfer to prepared sheet. Gather scraps and repeat until all dough is used.
08 - Brush tops with milk for a golden finish. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until risen and golden brown.
09 - Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with clotted cream and a drizzle of dandelion honey.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It&39;s a spring-themed treat that makes afternoon tea feel extra special.
  • The combination of dandelion honey and clotted cream gives every bite a luxuriously delicate flavor.
02 -
  • Overmixing the dough leads to tough scones—this lesson was learned after making a batch more suitable for hockey than tea.
  • Brushing the tops with milk makes all the difference in achieving an irresistible golden crust.
03 -
  • If your honey is crystallized, just warm it gently before using for easier blending.
  • Scone dough likes a light touch—pat, don&39;t roll, and cut straight down for maximum rise.
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