Easy Scones Recipe
Classic buttery and flaky scones featuring dried currants are a simple, versatile treat.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400 F and prepare a baking sheet.
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Whisk 1 egg with 1 tablespoon water for an egg wash; set aside.
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Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt; cut in butter until the mixture resembles large crumbs.
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In a separate bowl, beat the remaining 2 eggs with cream; stir this mixture into the dry ingredients, then mix in the currants.
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Turn the dough onto a floured surface, press it together, adding more cream a tablespoon at a time if needed, and roll to 1-inch thickness.
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Cut the dough into desired shapes and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
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Brush the scone tops with the egg wash and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden.