How to Make Perfect Scones

Ingredients

• 3 cups (381 grams) all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup (66 grams) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 sticks (170 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 cup buttermilk (or milk if you don't have buttermilk)
• 2 large eggs, divided
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Coarse sugar, for sprinkling (if desired)

Directions

1. Adjust the oven rack to the center position and preheat to 400°F. Line two baking pans with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda.
3. Add the butter and cut with a pastry cutter or a fork until the butter is the size of large peas.
4. In a separate bowl whisk together the buttermilk, 1 egg, and vanilla extract.
5. Make a well in the middle and add the liquid mixture. Mix until just combined. Don’t over mix. If adding in dried fruit, nuts, chocolate, or other flavorings do so now.
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