These scones take less than 30 minutes to make, and despite only having five ingredients, they are deliciously buttery and flaky.

I’ve been making them for as long as I can remember. They are perfect for a cozy breakfast, afternoon tea, or even dessert. The best part is that it’s literally impossible not to make a good scone. If you need something sweet in a pinch, you already have all the ingredients.

They go great with any type of jam or whipped cream or baked with any fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.

List of Ingredients

(makes four scones)

• 1.5 cups of flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 50g butter
• 3/4 cup of milk
• sprinkle of sugar (optional)

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. (230 degrees C.)

Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Crumble the butter into the bowl and mix. Add milk. Stir together until the dough forms. Then knead a few times until everything is thoroughly mixed. Sprinkle extra flour if needed.

Step 2

Divide the dough into four buns and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment. For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit of sugar over the top of the scones before you put them in the oven.

Bake the scones for 15-25 minutes or until lightly golden. Serve with strawberry jam, whipped cream, and tea.