Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cold butter and rub in with fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour in milk and vanilla; stir until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface. Pat into a 1-inch thick layer and cut into rounds.
- Place on prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden.
- Let cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with berries before serving.
Notes
- Use cold butter for flaky texture.
- Can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.
- Serve with your favorite teapot for an authentic experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tea cake
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
