Cut to shape with a knife or scone cutter. Place the scones on a lined baking sheet and brush the tops with milk. Bake for 20 minutes until risen and golden brown To check they are done ...

Using a scone cutter, cut out the dough and place on the prepared tray with a little space in between the pieces. (Instead of using a scone cutter, the dough can be cut into squares or triangles ...

Fans of a traditional scone will love Bread Ahead’s classic mixture, while Cutter & Squidge have created a savoury twist on the original with smoked cheese, parmesan and black pepper.

Use a 2¾-inch cookie cutter to cut into rounds. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake until well-risen and golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Serve warm and buttered.