Delicious Buttermilk Scone Recipe
Introduction
Scones are a classic English tea-time treat that are perfect for breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea. They are usually a bit sweet and crumbly and are best served with some jam and clotted cream. This buttermilk scone recipe is easy to follow and will give you light and fluffy scones that will impress your guests.Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this delicious buttermilk scone recipe:- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Follow these simple instructions to make your delicious buttermilk scones:- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter, two knives, or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it comes together.
- Shape the dough into a circle that is about 1-inch thick, then cut it into eight equal wedges.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with a little extra buttermilk.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for one serving of these buttermilk scones:- Calories: 265
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 370mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 31g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 4g