yes you should use baking powder in scones because that makes the scones rise when they bake.
Yes, both cornbread and scones can be baked in glass baking dishes.
Scones have the following basic ingredients: * wheat flour * baking powder * baking soda * milk * butter
Shape dough into a 6-inch circle, about 1 inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut dough into 8 equal wedges. Place scones on prepared baking sheet; lightly brush tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes.
A batch of scones.
You can freeze the dough and then thaw it before baking. A baked scone will last in the freezer at best two weeks.
To achieve a golden-brown top on scones in a gas oven, ensure you preheat the oven adequately, typically around 400°F (200°C). Brush the tops of the scones with an egg wash, made from beaten egg mixed with a splash of milk or water, before baking. This not only enhances browning but also gives a nice sheen. Additionally, placing the scones on the middle rack ensures even heat distribution for optimal browning.
One can find information on recipes for scones at All Recipes, cookbooks, BBC Good Food, Joy of Baking, Breakfast section in Food site, Martha Stewart.
Generally when baking unsalted butter is used unless the recipie calls for salted.
Caster sugar is just superfine sugar. It is granulated sugar that has been ground very finely. Because of the superfine consistency the sugar will disolve better when the milk or buttemilk is added and prevent crystallization through the baking process, which can result in a gritty scone texture.
To make scones, follow these steps: Preheat the oven to 400F. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 1/2 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of milk, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently a few times. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges. Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your freshly baked scones!
Helps them rise Self raising flour is plain flour with a little baking soda in!