Light, fluffy and warm from the oven. The great cream tea debate: jam first or cream first?
Serves 8
Rub butter into flour and baking powder until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in sugar.
5 min
Add buttermilk and bring together gently — don't overwork. Pat out to 3cm thick, cut into rounds.
5 min
Brush with egg. Bake at 220°C for 12-15 minutes until risen and golden.
15 min
Serve warm, split open, with jam and clotted cream.
2 min