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Plain scone
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 346 kcal —
- Protein 7.2 g 14%
- Carbohydrate 55 g 20%
- Fat 12 g 16%
- Saturated fat 6.4 g 32%
- Fibre 2.2 g 8%
- Sugars 13 g —
- Sodium 592 mg 26%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 88 µg 10%
- Vitamin C 1 mg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.92 mg 6%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.11 mg 9%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.05 mg 4%
- Niacin (B3) 1.9 mg 12%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.54 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.06 mg 4%
- Biotin (B7) 5 µg 17%
- Folate (B9) 6 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0.1 µg 4%
Minerals
- Calcium 131 mg 10%
- Iron 1.3 mg 7%
- Magnesium 20 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 476 mg 38%
- Potassium 270 mg 6%
- Zinc 0.6 mg 5%
- Copper 0.12 mg 13%
- Manganese 0.35 mg 15%
- Selenium 4 µg 7%
- Iodine 7 µg 5%
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Questions about Plain scone
How do you warm a plain scone without drying it out?
Split it first, then warm the halves in a 160 °C oven for about 5 minutes. For a quicker option, toast the cut sides briefly; serve straight away with butter or jam.
Can you freeze plain scones?
Yes. Freeze them in an airtight bag once completely cool, ideally on the day they are baked. Defrost at room temperature, then warm in a 160 °C oven for about 5 minutes.
What do you serve with a plain scone?
Butter, jam and clotted cream are classic toppings, and a plain scone also goes well with honey or lemon curd. Serve it with tea as part of afternoon tea.
How is a plain scone different from a fruit scone?
A fruit scone contains dried fruit, while a plain scone does not. Per 100 g, a fruit scone has 338 kcal and 2.9 g of fibre; a plain scone has 346 kcal and 2.2 g of fibre.
Can you make a plain scone without clotted cream?
Yes. Butter, whipped cream or a dairy-free spread all work; add jam or lemon curd if you want a sweeter topping. For a savoury serving, try cheese.
How much protein is in a plain scone?
A 100 g portion contains 7.2 g of protein. A scone’s weight varies, so weigh yours if you need to know the amount in a particular serving.
Can dogs eat plain scones?
A small bite of a plain scone is not usually a reason for alarm, but it is not a suitable treat: scones are rich in fat and sugar. Avoid giving dogs scones containing raisins or other dried grapes, which can be dangerous to them.
Source: CoFID (UK) 11-827 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
