Simply called Idiot-Proof Scones, this recipe was shared on a popular online recipe exchange forum in New Zealand. Countless keen cooks congratulated the contributor "Subo" for a fail-proof recipe, raving about the good results they achieved time and time again. Many said these were the best scones they had ever made and that they would continue to use this quick and easy recipe in preference to all others.

Subo gave her permission for the author to reprint the recipe here.

Comments about Idiot Proof Scones by Cooks who have Tried and Tested the Recipe:

"I just wanted to say a HUGE thankyou for the recipe. Think it's the first time ever I've made scones that were light. So thankyou, thankyou, thankyou. Will be making them again." .

"What easy, peasy scones! I also tried this recipe and found it excellent. Both my hubby and I have never been able to make scones sucessfully before and were amazed at the outcome using this recipe. My mother-in-law will be proud of me!"