What is a scone?
Q: What is a scone?
A: A scone is a small type of bread that is baked on a griddle or sheet, similar to a crumpet or muffin.
Q: What ingredients are used to make scones?
A: Scones are made with wheat, barley, or oatmeal and baking powder to make it rise.
Q: How are scones shaped?
A: Scones are shaped similarly to North American biscuits.
Q: What are some possible fillings for scones?
A: Scones may have raisins, currants, cheese, or dates in them. In the United States, scones may include sweeter fillings like cranberries, chocolate chips, or nuts.
Q: Where can scones be found?
A: Scones can often be found in coffee shops and are popular in the British Isles.
Q: How should scones be eaten?
A: Scones are best enjoyed when they are very hot and just freshly baked, accompanied with melting warm butter.
Q: What is the recipe for making scones?
A: The recipe for making scones is almost the same as that of North American biscuits: wheat, barley or oatmeal, baking powder, and optional fillings.
