Ingredients for - Chef John's Scones
How to cook deliciously - Chef John's Scones
1. Stage
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Stage
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Cut in butter with a knife or pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stage
Stir together 1/2 cup milk, currants, and sour cream in a small bowl; stir into flour mixture with a fork until just moistened and holding together.
4. Stage
Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and pat into a rectangle. Fold the rectangle into thirds. Turn dough a half turn, gather any crumbs, and flatten back into a rectangle; repeat once more. Cut the rectangle into eight triangular pieces and transfer to a silicone baking mat.
5. Stage
Whisk egg and 1 tablespoon milk together in a small bowl. Brush egg wash over the top of each scone.
6. Stage
Bake in the preheated oven until scones have risen and turned golden brown, about 15 minutes.
7. Stage
Remove from the oven and transfer to wire rack to cool.
