Classic Scones

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425F.

2. 2

   Sprinkle large rimmed baking sheet with flour.

3. 3

   Whisk flour, sugar, and baking powder in large bowl.

4. 4

   Whisk 3/4 cup milk, egg, and oil in small bowl to blend.

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   Gradually add milk mixture to dry ingredients, tossing until moist clumps form and adding more milk by tablespoonfuls if dough is dry.

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   Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface; knead gently for several turns until dough comes together.

7. 7

   Pat out dough to 1-inch-thick round.

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   Using 2 1/2-inch-diameter cutter, cut out scones.

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   Gather dough scraps; press out to 1-inch thickness and cut out more scones.

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    Transfer to prepared sheet.

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    Bake scones until golden on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 14 minutes.

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    Cool on sheet 5 minutes.

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    Transfer to basket.

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    Serve warm with butter, jam, and whipped cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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