Mary Berry Buttermilk Scones Recipe
Mary Berry is known for classic British baking. Her recipes feel simple and reliable. Home bakers trust her methods. These scones reflect that same charm.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 6 tablespoons cold butter
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Line tray with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar.
- Cut butter into dry mixture.
- Rub until crumbs form.
- Add buttermilk and vanilla.
- Mix gently into soft dough.
- Turn dough onto floured surface.
- Pat dough lightly.
- Cut into rounds.
- Place on prepared tray.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Keep butter very cold.
- Do not overmix the dough.
- Use a sharp cutter.
- Press straight down only.
- Chill dough if warm.
- Bake on middle rack.