Are you a lover of scones but struggle to find the right texture? One of the secrets to making delicious scones is using the right flour. In this post, we will show you how to make scones with cake flour to achieve a tender, moist crumb that will leave your taste buds satisfied.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cake flour
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 6 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of raisins (optional)
To make scones with cake flour, you will also need a few essential tools: a pastry cutter or a food processor, a mixing bowl, a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and a rolling pin.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
Step 3: Add the butter
Add the diced butter to the bowl and cut it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter, or pulse in a food processor. Mix until the mixture is crumbly and the butter is the size of small peas.
Step 4: Add the wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, cream, and vanilla extract. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and mix until just combined.
If you are adding raisins, fold them into the dough now.
Step 5: Shape the dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round disc, about 1 inch thick.
Step 6: Cut the scones
Using a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into individual scones. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
Step 7: Bake the scones
Bake the scones for 15 to 18 minutes, until they are lightly golden and cooked through.
Tips and Tricks
- If you don't have cake flour, you can make your own by mixing 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Sift the mixture to incorporate it well.
- Don't overwork the dough, or your scones will be tough. Mix the dough gently and only until it comes together.
- If you like, you can brush the tops of the scones with some egg wash before baking for a shinier finish.
- Scones are best served warm, with some jam and whipped cream.
Now that you know how to make scones with cake flour, you can impress your family and friends with your baking skills. Enjoy!
