Step 1

Preheat oven to 220C/200C fan forced. Lightly dust a baking tray with flour.

Step 2

Whisk together the flour, sugar, if using, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Make a well in centre and pour in 250ml (1 cup) milk. Use a flat-bladed knife to stir until dough just comes together. Gradually add as much of the remaining milk as necessary, until the dough comes together.

Step 3

Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently for 30 seconds or until just smooth. Press dough into a 2cm-thick disc. Use a 5cm round cutter to cut out 12 scones. Press leftover dough together. Repeat to make 4 more scones. Place scones, just touching, on the prepared tray. Brush with extra milk. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until risen and golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Serve with the jam, cream and fairy floss, if using.