Simple, fluffy and tasty buttermilk scones – a perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack! The buttermilk gives a lovely, light texture to these scones. Add in dried fruits for a touch of sweetness, or caramalized onions and chives for a savoury treat!
Cuisine : Baking Course : Dessert Skill Level : Novice
Prep : 30 mins Cook : 10 mins Ready in : 40 mins Serves : 4-6
INGREDIENTS:
- 75g Butter
- 190g Buttermilk
- 6 tbsp UHT milk
- 340g Self-raising flour
- 1 tsp Vanilla powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- 70g Sugar
DIRECTIONS:
- Rub butter into flour gently. Add into sugar.
- Pour in the buttermilk. Mix into a sticky dough.
- Pat the dough into 2cm thick and use a fluted 5cm round cutter to cut.
- Glaze with a beaten egg.
- Bake at 220ºC for 10-12mins.
Variations
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Cranberry
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Caramelized onions and chives