Shortcake, Scones or Biscuits

• 2 cups (280 grams) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated white sugar
• 2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup (76 grams) cold unsalted butter
• 1 large egg,
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) cream, half and half, or milk

Use very cold butter. Cut butter into dry ingredients.
Add liquid a little at a time while blending. Blend just enough to hold together.
Do Not overwork the dough. Using a minimum amount of mixing makes the pastry light and flakey.
Bake at 375*, 15 - 20 minutes.

Brion Suggests:

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