Buttermilk Scones
These easy buttermilk scones are the perfect breakfast or snack. The crumbly texture and vanilla flavor will please everyone!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus a bit more for the work surface
- 5 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp fine salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- 7 tbsp cold unsalted butter, diced
- ⅔ cup buttermilk, well shaken
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream, for brushing the tops
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional), for topping
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the flour with the granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Add the cold diced butter and work it in with your fingers, forks, or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with some pieces the size of peas.2 cups all-purpose flour | 5 tbsp granulated sugar | 1/2 tsp fine salt | 2 tsp baking powder | 1/4 tsp baking soda | 7 tbsp cold unsalted butter
- Combine the buttermilk and vanilla and drizzle over the flour mixture. Stir just until the ingredients are moistened.2/3 cup buttermilk | 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Turn the mixture out onto a lightly floured surface and knead a few times just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overworking the dough.
- Pat the dough into 2 circles or a large square around 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick; slice into wedges or squares. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Just before baking, brush the scones with the heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar.1 tbsp heavy whipping cream | 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional)
- Bake the scones for 15 to 17 minutes, until lightly browned.
For taller, more tender scones, chill the shaped scones for 10 to 15 minutes before baking, especially if the butter has softened while handling the dough.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 206mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 244IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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