Dandelion Honey Scones Clotted Cream (Printable)

Golden scones sweetened with dandelion honey, served warm with clotted cream—ideal for afternoon tea or brunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
06 - 1/3 cup dandelion honey or mild-flavored honey
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1 large egg

→ To Serve

09 - Dandelion honey, for drizzling
10 - 1 cup clotted cream

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
03 - Add cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry blender or fingertips, rub the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, milk, and egg until smoothly blended.
05 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir gently with a fork or spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch-thick round.
07 - Use a 2.5-inch round cutter to cut out scones. Place on prepared baking sheet, gathering and reshaping scraps as needed.
08 - Lightly brush scone tops with milk for a golden finish.
09 - Bake scones for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden and well risen.
10 - Cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with clotted cream and a drizzle of dandelion honey.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The honey brings a uniquely delicate sweetness, making each bite feel extra luxurious.
  • They’re unbelievably tender and easy to prepare, perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself.
02 -
  • Once I went heavy handed with kneading—trust me, overworking the dough can ruin that delicate crumb.
  • Brushing with milk, not egg, gives the scones a subtle golden glow without a tough crust.
03 -
  • Cutting out scones cleanly prevents uneven rising—dip your cutter in flour for a crisp edge every time.
  • Chilling the dough briefly before baking means the butter stays cold and the scones turn out extra flaky.
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