Classic Scones Recipe: Light, Fluffy British Baking

Ingredients

• 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks / 226g) unsalted butter, very cold, cut into cubes
• 1 1/4 cups (300ml) heavy cream, very cold
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons milk (for egg wash)
• Granulated sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)