Deconstructed Cream Tea

Traditional scone fingers served with a homemade strawberry and champagne compote and rich clotted cream for a modern British treat.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 327.1 kcals 7850.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 64.2 grams 1540.2 grams
Fat 6.4 grams 152.4 grams
Protein 2.8 grams 68.2 grams
Cook Time
22 mins
Produces
24 scone fingers
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1
kg
75
g
Dairy
25
g
Butter
for compote
75
g
Butter
for scone dough
2
piece
Eggs
beaten
250
ml
Milk
gradually added
1
piece
Egg
beaten for egg wash
1
piece
Clotted Cream
to serve
Fruits
1
kg
2.5
ml
GrainsCereals
400
g
Strong White Flour
plus extra for dusting
Liquids
150
ml

Steps

  • Mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a large pan.
  • Dissolve the sugar over low heat, boil rapidly for five minutes, then stir in butter.
  • Cool for 15 minutes, stir in champagne, and pour into jars.
  • Preheat oven to 220°C and line a tray with parchment.
  • Rub flour, baking powder, sugar, and butter together into breadcrumbs.
  • Mix in eggs and gradually add milk to form a soft dough.
  • Fold and turn the dough on a floured surface until smooth.
  • Roll dough to 1.5cm thickness into a 22x25cm rectangle and trim edges.
  • Prick the surface and score into 24 rectangles.
  • Brush with egg wash, bake for 15 minutes until golden, and cut into fingers.
  • Serve the scones with strawberry compote and clotted cream.