Buttermilk scones

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Buttermilk scones
30 min.
10
309kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of baking with these delicious buttermilk scones, the perfect treat for your morning meal, brunch, or breakfast gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these fluffy scones that are bound to impress family and friends alike. Their golden crust and tender crumb are a testament to the magic of buttermilk, which not only adds a rich flavor but also ensures a light and airy texture.

Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven with a pat of butter or paired with your favorite jam and cream, these scones are a versatile addition to any spread. Their subtle sweetness from golden caster sugar makes them irresistibly tasty, while the hint of vanilla extract adds a warm aroma that fills your kitchen with homey vibes. Plus, with 309 calories per scone, they make for a delightful yet satisfying treat.

This recipe is not just easy to follow; it also allows for creativity! Feel free to add in your favorite mix-ins, like dried fruits or chocolate chips, to customize your scones. With just a handful of simple ingredients and basic kitchen equipment, you’ll find that making these scones is not only rewarding but also a fun way to spend time in your kitchen.

So preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let the baking commence. Once you taste the light, buttery goodness of homemade buttermilk scones, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them!

Ingredients

  • 450 self-raising flour for dusting
  • 0.3 tsp salt 
  • 100 butter diced cold
  • 85 golden caster sugar 
  • 284 ml pot buttermilk 
  • tsp vanilla extract 
  • tablespoon milk 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • pot
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas
  2. Put the flour, salt and butter into a food processor and pulse until you cant feel any lumps of butter (or rub in butter with fingers). Pulse in the sugar.
  3. Gently warm the buttermilk (dont throw away the pot) and vanilla in a microwave or pan. Using your largest bowl, quickly tip in some of the flour mix, followed by some of the buttermilk mix, repeating until everything is in the bowl. Use a knife to quickly mix together to form a dough dont over-mix it.
  4. Tip onto a floured surface and lightly bring together with your hands a couple of times. Press out gently to about 4cm thick and stamp out rounds with a 6cm or 7cm cutter. Re-shape trimmings, until all the dough is used.
  5. Spread out on a lightly floured baking sheet or two.
  6. Add a splash of milk into the buttermilk pot, then use to glaze the top of each scone.
  7. Bake for 10-12 mins until golden and well risen.

Nutrition Facts

Calories309kcal
Protein15.45%
Fat30.53%
Carbs54.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.5
Glycemic Load
21.17
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
6.9769566033197%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:309.25kcal
15.46%
Fat:10.34g
15.91%
Saturated Fat:5.81g
36.31%
Carbohydrates:41.16g
13.72%
Net Carbohydrates:40.08g
14.57%
Sugar:8.57g
9.52%
Cholesterol:40.14mg
13.38%
Sodium:147.38mg
6.41%
Alcohol:0.29g
100%
Alcohol %:0.39%
100%
Protein:11.77g
23.55%
Selenium:25.05µg
35.79%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.41%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.05%
Phosphorus:105.04mg
10.5%
Vitamin B12:0.62µg
10.41%
Vitamin B3:1.95mg
9.76%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.02%
Iron:1.04mg
5.79%
Copper:0.11mg
5.62%
Vitamin A:253.23IU
5.06%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.76%
Magnesium:19.03mg
4.76%
Folate:18.93µg
4.73%
Potassium:156.5mg
4.47%
Fiber:1.08g
4.32%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.11%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.95%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.3%
Calcium:22.44mg
2.24%
Vitamin K:1.18µg
1.12%