English Scone Recipe with Hong Kong Milk Tea and Cha Chaan Teng Lemon Tea: Crafting the Perfect Afternoon Tea Experience

Afternoon tea is a cherished ritual, and scones are an essential part of this delightful experience. Let’s explore how to create the perfect scones, paired with rich Hong Kong milk tea and refreshing lemon English breakfast tea, enhancing your afternoon tea time.

Ingredients Preparation

This recipe makes 4 large English scones. Please prepare the following ingredients:

• 350g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 85g butter, cut into cubes
• 3 tbsp caster sugar
• 175ml milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Squeeze of lemon juice (see tips below)
• Beaten egg, for glazing
• Jam and clotted cream, for serving

Baking Steps Guide

1. Preheat the Oven Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan/gas 7) to prepare for baking.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients Combine the self-raising flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.

3. Add Butter Add the butter to the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingers until it resembles fine crumbs. Stir in the caster sugar.

4. Prepare Liquid Mixture Pour the milk into a jug and heat it in the microwave for about 30 seconds until warm, but not hot. Add the vanilla extract and a squeeze of lemon juice, then set aside.

5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients Make a well in the dry mixture and pour in the liquid. Mix quickly with a knife until a dough forms.

6. Make the Dough Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Lightly knead and fold the dough 2-3 times until it becomes smoother.

7. Cut and Shape Pat the dough into a round about 4cm thick. Use a 5cm cutter (smooth-edged cutters cut more cleanly and help the scones rise better) dipped in flour to cut out scones. Re-roll the remaining dough to cut out more scones if necessary.

8. Glaze and Bake Brush the tops with beaten egg, place on a hot baking tray, and bake for 10 minutes until risen and golden.

Enjoying Your Scones

Once your English scones are baked, you can serve them with jam and clotted cream. As UK Hong Kongers, we love pairing them with Hong Kong milk tea and cha chaan teng lemon tea, blending the best of both cultures for an exceptional afternoon tea experience.

Hong Kong Milk Tea

After making scones, want a quick and easy Hong Kong milk tea? We recommend Lipton Gold Label milk tea! Dissolve one packet of milk tea powder in 150ml of hot water. Stir well and enjoy hot, or add ice for a cold drink. Ready in just 2 minutes!

Lemon English Breakfast Tea

Love cha chaan teng lemon tea? We have a simple solution! Brew Tea Co offers high-quality, plastic-free tea leaves like Assam and lemon English breakfast tea. Delicious and easy to prepare!

With these simple steps, you can easily make delicious English scones at home, paired with rich Hong Kong milk tea and refreshing lemon English breakfast tea, adding more joy to your afternoon tea time. Try making it yourself and discover that it’s not just about the food, but also an art of living.

FAQs

1. How to ensure the scones are soft and fluffy? Avoid over-mixing the dough and handle it gently while kneading to keep the scones soft and fluffy.

2. Can I use other types of tea leaves? Absolutely! Depending on your preference, you can choose other types of tea leaves to pair with scones.

3. How to store leftover scones? You can cool the baked scones and freeze them. Reheat in a low oven before serving.

4. What’s the best pairing for Hong Kong milk tea? Hong Kong milk tea pairs well with desserts like egg tarts, custard buns, and of course, English scones.

5. Can I freeze unbaked scones? Yes, you can freeze unbaked scones. Bake them straight from the freezer when you’re ready to enjoy them.