Name: BA's Best Cream Scones
Yield: Makes 8 Servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface; ½ cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1 large egg, beaten to blend; 1¼ cups heavy cream, plus more for brushing; Demerara or raw sugar (for sprinkling)

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This basic recipe is perfect as is, but the upgrades and flavor add-ins are nothing to scoff at, either.Alex Lau

This basic scone recipe is perfect as is, but the upgrades and flavor add-ins are nothing to scoff at, either.

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