Treacle Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 425°F or Gas Mark 7 and grease a baking sheet.
2. 2
   Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and rub in the butter.
3. 3
   Mix in the sugar and cinnamon.
4. 4
   Add the treacle or molasses and sufficient milk to make soft dough.
5. 5
   Turn on to a floured surface and knead gently- the dough should be fairly moist and elastic.
6. 6
   Roll out to about 1/2-inch thick, and cut into rounds with a 21/2-inch pastry cutter.
7. 7
   Place on the baking sheet, brush with a little milk and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden in coIour.
8. 8
   Cool on a wire rack.
9. 9
   Serve split in half and buttered.
10. 10
    Store at room temperature in an airtight container.