Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

In another bowl, mix the milk and vanilla extract.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1-inch thickness.

Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut out scones and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.