Berry Scones

Makes 12 mid size scones

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour

• 2 tsp baking powder

• Pinch of salt (optional; some say it enhances the flavour)

• 30gr butter (less than ¼ cup)

• ½ cup milk

• ½ cup water

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees (convection, if possible)

2. Sift flour and salt together in a large bowl. Add chunks of butter and rub flour and pieces of butter together to create a coarse, meal like texture.

3. Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture and add milk and water.

4. Add one cup of your favourite berries (fresh or frozen blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, or a mix)

5. Mix with a spatula (or your hands) until a dough is formed. (do NOT over-mix; scones will come out better if undermixed) Knead GENTLY either in the bowl or onto a board/counter

6. You may either roll the dough gently with a rolling pin at this point and use a glass to make round buns. I personally like to tear a small fistful at one time and place on top of a baking sheet (lined with parchment paper) I find the scones come out more “natural” looking this way. Place about an inch apart

7. Glaze with milk and put into pre-heated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Take out and place on wire rack and cool

8. Enjoy!