You probably have all the ingredients on hand.

), I had to try the recipe.

How British and American Scones Differ

Claridges recipe is butter-based, enriched with milk and buttermilk.

A scone split in half with jam spread on both sides

Simply Recipes / Erika Kwee

This recipe’s relatively lower proportion of fat reflects the typical difference between British and American scones.

Theyre also generally less sweet, designed to be adorned with clotted cream and jam.

Claridges offers two options: plain or raisin scones.

Two plates with British scones, one scone split in half with jam spread on both sides

Simply Recipes / Erika Kwee

Either way, these breads are little buttery delights!

From there, youll simply roll out the dough and cut out 12 two-inch biscuits.

These scones are best served fresh and warm out of the oven!

scones on a rack

John Carey

I served some to my travel and pastry expert friend,Jenn Yee, and she approved!

The delicate sweetness is a perfect vehicle for clotted cream and jam!

John Carey

Tips for Making Scones