Turned out great. I have a question before I bake. My dough was extremely wet, so next time Ill cut back on the liquid. First time I am successful in making scones after following this recipe n video. Required fields are marked *. 1/2 cup buttermilk + 2 tablespoons for brushing on top 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Buttermilk Icing 3/4 cup powdered sugar 1-2 tablespoons buttermilk 1 teaspoon lemon juice Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Really good! Add buttermilk. But then I used non fat buttermilk. 150 ml buttermilk - plus a little extra when mixing can be substituted with half milk and half yoghurt 1 large egg beaten milk or egg wash 100 grams sultanas Optional US Customary Instructions Preheat your oven to 425F / 220C / 200C Fan / Gas Mark 7 Sift the flour, bicarb and salt into a large mixing bowl. I decided to grate the frozen butter in the flour and chilled the cut scones in the fridge for half an hour before baking. Made first time this morning: so happy with the result! I didnt even think about any modifications until they were in the oven. Enjoy! Way too wet! Pour the oil mixture into the flour mixture and mix to combine. Sounds like cheese scones for dinner??? Would I somehow be able to sweeten with maple syrup instead of sugar? Mix well with flour. I love classic scones without a lot of extras so these were perfect! and what do you wear to afternoon tea anyway? Line a baking tray with baking paper and set aside. Place onto a baking tray, brush with milk and sprinkle parmesan cheese on top then bake. Ill share with you all my tips and tricks for the most tender, delicious scones in any flavor! *Please see the recipe card below for exact quantities and detailed instructions. I am thinking of sharing my lessons on medium and will love to link to this recipe as my base. But Im getting ahead of my story. Cant be sure if theyre good longer than that because at this point weve already eaten every last one! This was my first attempt at making scones and this recipe is definitely a keeper. I would dearly appreciate you sharing. My batch tasted good but perhaps not as flaky as I expected. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hi, I'm Jolina! I did add extra vanilla, and brushed with buttermilk instead of egg. These scones are divine! I had to cook a little longer than recommended. METHOD Preheat oven to 180C (350F). For the final few strokes, I bring the dough together with my hands. 1 tablespoon runny honey for brusing the top of the scones Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark Instructions Pre- heat the oven to 200C Fan assisted oven. Dip a round 6cm/2scone cutter into some extra flour and cut out scones, being careful not to twist the cutter or touch the edges of the scones (see my notes). I much prefer using pastry flour and caster or bakers sugar. I added some frozen diced strawberries (from strawberry season last summer) and they were delicious. Id love to see whats cooking up in your kitchen. My daughter said they were the best ones she had ever eaten. Thanks so much Ralph! Thats great to hear, and thank you so much for letting me know your experience modifying this recipe. Great question! Folding the dough over itself is a crucial step to create distinct layers and making the scones flaky when baked, with the exception when using berries for filling. I will own up to letting the dough sit covered for 10 or 12 minutes to give the acid a headstart working with the powder/soda stuff before popping in the oven. First of all, these classic buttermilk scones are so easy to make. I love adding all kinds of mix-ins too, this is the perfect batter for it . So go ahead. My boyfriend loves it so much that i have to make more and freeze it. This will be my go-to recipe forever and am excited to experiment making other flavors. The lightest fluffiest scones Ive ever tasted or made! Turned out wonderfully light, flaky, fluffy. Preheat oven to 180C (350F). Would this recipe work using Bobs Red Mill 1 to 1 gluten free flour? Thank you so much for sharing this. I've been using buttermilk for years now to make scones it's the only milk to use wouldn't you say? It certainly shouldnt be goopy like muffin batter, sounds like not enough flour or too much liquid. The staff was warm and friendly, the place bright and smelled of freshly baked bread, and the food delightful. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Ingredients Buttermilk scones 3 cup (450g) self-raising flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon icing sugar mixture 60 gram butter 1 3/4 cup (430ml) buttermilk, approximately Method Buttermilk scones 1 Grease 23cm square slab cake pan. This will be my first attempt at making homemade clotted cream. Thank you cant wait to bake. This is now officially my goto scone recipe, thank you so much! Did Pumpkin scones using 1/3 cup pumpkin puree and 1/3 cup buttermilk, another keeper. Preheat oven to 200C/400F. And yes, I would appreciate you linking back to this recipe when you share it. Also, I only had 1/3 c. of buttermilk, so added some liquidy yogurt to top it off. Stir in the buttermilk, raisins and lemon peel until a soft dough forms. Warm scone with chia jam sounds perfect! Light, tender and not dry at all. This is the first time Ive ever made scons before! Step 2 - Empty the mixture into a bowl and add the lemon zest and dried lavender and mix . Do this either by using a pastry blender or with two knives in a cross-wise cutting motion. Now I want to make it with blueberries and lemon zest. You have got to try these if you are looking for a PERFECT scone. I dont have a silpat, so I used a paper lunch bag. Even if you are using a non-stick pan, it should be well greased. Food processor: place flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and orange zest in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Sorry Lee-Ann I didn't make myself very clear! Also egg-free. Thanks for sharing. That sounds so good! Wont be using this recipe EVER again. I gave some to my neighbor and she raved about them. Amazing creations Teresa!! Sift flour, baking soda and baking powder into a large mixing bowl, add kosher salt and sugar, whisk to combine. Hi Mary, sorry this recipe didnt work out for you. I am gluten free and have modified your recipe successfully. It doesn't have to be perfect. What quantity of ingredients would I need to use to make the extra buttermilk? Thanks Peg!! 3/4 cup extra flour is quite a bit more than what I would expect. These are the best, and I mean best, scones ever. Will keep this recipe for sure. But Im glad you still find them delicious! I'm so glad you are enjoying my recipes and thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Butter: To enrich the dough. Did the butter melt while you were working with it? We will permanently ban all users who do so. The buttermilk/egg coating with turbinado sugar put them over the top!! I really appreciate it! And for good reason! , Its really great to find a basic scone recipe without additions. I couldnt cut them. Now Ive craving a warm scone with some chia jam and a cup of tea! Oh I love candied ginger, such a clever addition. Both times my dough was quite wet. Wait, nevermind. You may choose to have your gifts arrive beautifully wrapped or simply in their original packaging. This is a wet dough and a bit sticky, not like a dry bread dough. Hi Carolyn, I love buttermilk in my scones too! Where do I find the quantities of the ingredients? This basic Buttermilk Scones recipe is everything you need and more. , Thanks Ree!! These were fantastic! This scone dough will spread, if you want it to be taller or spread less, you could freeze the dough after cutting it into 8 before baking or pat it out taller than 1. Add the grated cheddar cheese (2 cups/160 g) and salt ( tsp) to the flour mixture and combine using a flat-bladed knife. Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture and pour in the milk and cream. And I added lots of cinnamonand maybe next time cinnamon chipsfor a taste that was perfect for a chilly November morning. At our high altitude (3800 ft) they only needed 20 min. Hi Kim, sorry this recipe didnt work for you. Making buttermilk scone dough (Photos 1 4). Take a bowl to mix together the all-purpose flour (maida), sugar and salt. I'm here to help! In a jug, combine the cream and buttermilk, then set aside. Yes as pie crust. 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 cup mashed pumpkin (cold) 2 cups self-raising flour Method Beat together butter, sugar and salt with electric mixer till light and fluffy. This recipe makes 8 large scones, you can divide it into 12 smaller scones if you wish. EXCELLENT recipe!! Leave behind 1 2 tablespoon to use as egg wash later. When cutting your buttermilk scones shapes from your dough do not twist it, just lift it up and push the dough out. Most Popular Recipes, Pasta, Corn Chowder, Irish Cream, Main Dish, Turkey Soup, Cut-out Cookies, Lobster, Quick Bread, Chocolate, Cheese, Cold Cheese Dips, Vegetable Soup Thanks Peter! I've also printed off your date recipe one too, it looks delicious and by the way I tried your slow cooked lamb where you put it in the oven for a short time to finish and it was delicious too, I served it with crispy, crispy roast potatoes and a salad yum. I made 2 batches (blueberry and chocolate chunk) because I had just over 2 cups of buttermilk to use up. Add egg, then pumpkin and stir in the flour. Place the scones on a baking sheet, brush with milk or heavy cream, sprinkle generously with turbinado sugar. I did have to add the extra bit because my dough was just too dry. I actually just grated butter right out of the fridge and it worked just as well. I made lemon curd yesterday and needed something to eat with it will definitely make these again. You can certainly cut them smaller and thicker next time. Toss in butter chunks. I am going to try to add different flavours but the base it perfect!! Cut in butter with fork or pastry blender until mixture is crumbly. Place the self raising flour, salt and nutmeg into a large bowl. Place the flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, salt and butter in a food processor and process until fine. You will need an extra 100ml of buttermilk to make the full recipe. Add the sugar and whisk it through then use your fingers to rub in the butter until the mixture resembles bread crumbs. Instructions Preheat the oven to 220C. Some people choose to have their gifts arrive unwrapped for environmental reasons and convenience. Preheat oven to 450 degrees with racks set in the upper and lower thirds of the oven. I have made these scones so many times Ive lost count and have stuck to my original recipe ever since. In a large mixing bowl combine the flour, sugar and salt. Thank you so much Emma! Excellent Arlene, I do have a blueberry scone recipe if you want to check it out for tips . Roll out the dough until 2.5cm thick and use a 5.5cm round cookie cutter to cut out 15 rounds. The outside was painted a pretty blue and it had a very nice view of the lake. Add butter and mix with your fingertips to a coarse meal. Cheers! My daughter and I tag-teamed making Cranberry-Orange Scones and they were delicious the almost crispy bottom, the layer upon layer of buttermilk dough is just divine! Hi Karen, Im sorry the recipe didnt turn out for you. I added some cinnamon in the dough and on top. I hope to serve my next batch with fresh strawberries and clotted cream. Just made them and they are amazing! Make sure to use cold butter. Hi Winston, sometimes cup measures can vary depending on how you measure it, 1 cup for me is usually about 135 g, sometimes 140 g but I know for some people 1 cup can be 120 g which will definitely affect the texture of the dough. Learn how your comment data is processed. The first time I misread and used one teaspoon of baking powder instead of one tablespoon. In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk and set aside. Rub your butter into flour, sugar and salt until resembles breadcrumbs. Delicious! If you must have something extra, a simple pat of butter and jam will do. Make a well in the centre of the flour and pour in cream mixture. Great recipe. Put the grated butter back in the freezer while you prep everything else. Happy holidays! Freeze for 15 minutes. I do not no why the superfine sugar improves the result, but I think its indispensable for shortbread, and use it in scones as well. In a large bowl add the dry ingredients and butter. I made these scones this morning for the first time. If you make this recipe, please let me know! Add the butter (which has been cut into cubes) and use your fingertips to rub it into mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add the butter and rub in until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. They stuck to the parchment paper, too much butter for sure. All rights reserved. It is going in the permanent collection for sure! I made them for the camping trip were heading out on tomorrow morning, but I think I may need to hide them if we want them to make it that long! Hello! All you need to do is add to cup of mix-ins to the dough before you knead it. If you like, you can choose a close date a week or more after the event. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder . Make sure to hold back some liquid for egg wash too. Tried this recipe? Gently pat and shape the dough into a 3/4-1-inch thick circle. Thank you for giving it a try . This post was originally published on 9/10/2018. Im glad you enjoy the recipe, and heres to more scones! All messages posted at this site express the views of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the owners and administrators of this site. First made plain then after that I have added dried fruit and raw sugar on top before baking. Light and fluffy on the in middle and a light crisp on the outside! 1 cup buttermilk 250 ml 100 g salted butter cold - chopped 2 cups grated mature cheddar cheese 160 g teaspoon fine salt 2 tablespoon finely grated fresh parmesan cheese milk for brushing Instructions Preheat oven to 220c/430f Add self-raising flour (3 cups/450 g) and chopped butter (100 g) to a medium-sized bowl. Using my perfected master scone recipe, build your own scones with a variety of add-ins like chocolate chips, berries, or cheese and herbs. Freeze the scones in a single layer on a baking sheet and then transfer to a freezer-proof container. OMG!!! Serve warm, split in half with butter and marmalade. Thanks for the great recipe. Add cream mixture to flour, and mix to combine using a flat bladed knife. Price and stock may change after publish date, and we may make money off Brush with the reserved egg wash, and sprinkle with turbinado sugar just before baking. I may have found out why some have struggled with impossibly wet, sticky batter. Hi Gina, sorry this didnt work out for you. Looking forward to the next recipe I use from your collection. You dont even need an electric mixer. I have tried 8 scone recipes (including several from well known authors and British baking show judges) and these are absolutely superior to the others. They came out very fluffy and tall and delicious! But this scone dough is on the wetter side for sure, but more moisture will yield softer scones. Hoping it will rise better this time but even if it doesnt, if it is as good as the previous batch, they will be gone in a flash. Directions Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda in a large bowl. I made this recipe 3 weeks ago to rave reviews. Place flour, sugar and chopped dates into a large bowl, and mix to combine. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease the bottom. Thanks Barbara! Thanks for the feedback . I have frozen the dough and they baked from frozen wonderfully (adding extra bake time of course). Roll or pat dough into a circle at least 1 inch (2.5cm) thick. These melt-in-your-mouth plain buttermilk scones are perfect the way they are, but it is super easy to spruce them up with mix-ins and any flavor your heart desires. Place the flour, baking powder and sugar in a bowl and mix to combine. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, cup sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons baking powder and teaspoon baking soda. I love the addition of pecans. Thanks Leanne! They were just perfect! Stir well to coat the fruit with the flour mixture. Delious. I baked these in the oven of our fireplace (saves electricity!) The recipe for 8 scones calls for 2 Cups or 270 gm all-purpose flour. Just made these added espresso chips omg so amazing love them this will be a staple in my house! circle about 3/4 in. Theyre ready for you faster than you can say buttermilk! 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