The scone recipe from Gordon Ramsay ’s Chef’s Secret is bound to become a staple due to its simplicity and short cooking time. These scones, with their airy texture and subtle sweetness, are perfect for breakfast, brunch , or a cosy afternoon tea. Designed to serve eight to 10 people, this recipe is ideal for entertaining guests at home or any large gatherings.
With just a handful of cupboard staples, you can impress your guests with a warm, soft and light teatime treat . This quintessential British classic is equally delicious with or without raisins, or with dried cranberries as a substitute. 250g self raising flour One tsp baking powder Pinch of fine sea salt 45g unsalted butter, softened One tbsp caster sugar, plus extra to dust 50g sultanas One large free-range egg 100ml ice-cold milk, plus extra to glaze Method Begin by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut the butter into small pieces and rub it into the flour using your fingertips. Make sure to lift the mixture high to incorporate air, until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Stir in the caster sugar and then fold in the sultanas. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together. Pour about three-quarters of this mixture into the flour blend and stir quickly with a large knife.
Add more of the egg and milk mixture as needed until you have a soft, non-sticky dough. Be careful not to overmix; a gen.
