Key Baking Tips:
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Bake scone dough straight from the freezer without thawing.
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Place the frozen scones on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Space them apart for crisp edges.
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Brush the tops with a little milk, cream, or eggwash.
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Optional for sweet scones: add coarse sugar right before they go into the oven.
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Check for Doneness: Press gently on the top of a scone with the back of your finger or check if it feels firm. If the top indents or feels soft, give it another 3 to 5 minutes.
Notes:
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Rotating halfway through baking time will ensure evenly baked.
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Convection oven (fan-assisted): Lower the temperature by 25°F
Very Important:
Preheating your oven to the target temperature before baking takes 10 to 15 minutes
Why Preheating Matters
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Proper Rise: Time-sensitive goods like cakes, cookies, and quick breads rely on an immediate burst of heat to activate baking powder and baking soda properly.
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Even Texture: Waiting for the oven to finish its heating cycle prevents the top heating element from scorching or undercooking your food.
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Consistent Browning: A hot cavity ensures the right caramelization and crisp crust.
Biscuits
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
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Place frozen scones on an oven tray lined with parchment paper.
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Bake 22 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven or until firm & golden brown.
Serve warm with butter, smothered in sausage gravy, paired with fried chicken, or split for breakfast sandwiches.
* Convection oven: 380°F (195°C) Rotate halfway through for evenly baked.
Savory scones
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
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Place frozen scones on an oven tray lined with parchment paper.
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Bake 22 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven or until firm & golden brown.
Serve them warm with butter or enjoy them as is.
* Convection oven: 350°F (175°C) Rotate halfway through for evenly baked.
Sweet scones
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
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Place frozen scones on an oven tray lined with parchment paper.
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Bake 22 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven or until firm & golden brown.
Serve them warm with butter, curd, clotted cream and jam or enjoy them as is.
* Convection oven: 350°F (175°C) Rotate halfway through for evenly baked.
Matcha Cookies
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
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Place frozen cookies on an oven tray lined with parchment paper (2 inch apart).
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Bake 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven or when the outer edges are golden brown and set, but the center still looks soft or slightly underbaked.
* Convection oven: 325°F (160°C) Rotate halfway through for evenly baked.
Storage after bake: in airtight container for up to 3 days in room temperature and up to 7 days in the fridge.
Warm up: turn on the oven at 350F, put the cookie in, and when the oven is hot, the cookie will be ready.