How to Make Fair Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about a warm, fluffy scone with just the right amount of sweetness. Whether you're enjoying them for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, scones are a beloved baked good that never fail to delight. And if you're looking for the perfect scone recipe that delivers on flavor and texture, look no further than these fair scones.

These fair scones are a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations, and for good reason. They strike the per...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons shortening
  • ½ cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 scones

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Cut shortening into flour mixture with a fork or pastry knife until crumbly texture. Add milk; mix until just combined.
  • Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until completely mixed, about 1 minute. Divide into 2 equal pieces. Roll or pat each piece into a 3/4-inch round. Cut each round into 4 pieces. Arrange pieces on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    247 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 274mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 91mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 65mg