In the realm of baking, scones stand tall as delectable treats that offer a perfect balance of crispy exteriors and tender, flaky interiors. While traditional scone recipes often rely on eggs as a binding agent, it is possible to create equally delightful eggless scones that maintain the same level of deliciousness. Whether you have egg allergies, follow a vegan lifestyle, or simply ran out of eggs, crafting eggless scones opens up a world of possibilities for enjoying these delectable pastries. With careful ingredient selection and a few simple adjustments, you can achieve scrumptious scones that are every bit as satisfying as their egg-based counterparts. Let's dive into the art of creating eggless tender flaky scones, exploring the secrets to achieving that perfect crumb and irresistible flavor.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
ULTRA-BUTTERY IRISH SCONES
These tender, flaky scones are all about the butter-but the tart dried currants and a finish of flaky salt certainly don't hurt things.
Provided by Genevieve Ko
Categories Cake Breakfast Bake Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Dried Fruit Small Plates
Yield 8 scones
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk milk, granulated sugar, and kosher salt in a medium bowl until sugar and salt dissolve. Whisk flour and baking powder in a large bowl. Cut 10 Tbsp. butter into 1/2" cubes, add to flour mixture, and blend with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until pea-size pieces form with some larger chunks remaining. Add milk mixture and stir with a fork until large clumps form. Gently knead in the bowl until dough just comes together. Transfer to a lightly floured work surface.
- With a lightly floured rolling pin, roll out dough to a 14x8" rectangle, with long side facing you. Heat 2 Tbsp. butter in a small, microwave-proof bowl in the microwave until softened but not melted, about 20 seconds. Spread evenly over dough with fingertips, then sprinkle currants evenly on top and press to adhere. Fold up bottom third of dough over center, then fold down top third to meet bottom edge, as if folding a letter. Fold in half crosswise, then, using a rolling pin, gently flatten into an 8x4" rectangle.
- Cut dough in half lengthwise and in quarters crosswise to form 8 even squares. Transfer to prepared pan, spacing 2" apart. Sprinkle tops generously with demerara sugar and lightly with flaky sea salt.
- Bake until scones are golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Meanwhile, melt remaining 4 Tbsp. butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. When butter bubbles, remove from heat and skim off foam from surface. As soon as the scones come out of the oven, lightly brush tops with clarified butter, leaving behind white solids in bottom of saucepan. Cool scones on sheet on a wire rack and serve hot, warm, or room temperature.
VERY GOOD EGGLESS SCONES
How about trying this the coming year for an Easter sand (that's French for 'without') eggs? Indulge and Enjoy! This recipe comes from the FOOD column by Shoba Hejmadi, Weekend magazine.
Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda
Categories Scones
Time P1DT25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sieve the flour with the baking powder in a bowl and keep aside.
- Now, use a wooden spoon to soften the butter and combine the same with the sugar until they are thoroughly mixed.
- Stir in the cinnamon, vanilla bean and lemon zest.
- Now, fold in the flour.
- Once this is half mixed, add the cream and continue to mix the dough until it is all combined and holds together.
- Mix in the raisins.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1 inch.
- Use a cutter to cut 10 round scones from it.
- Place the scones on a greased baking tray.
- Allow them to rest, covered, in a refrigerator, overnight.
- Bake the scones (cold as they are from the refrigerator) in a pre-heated oven at 180C for 20-25 minutes or until golden and done.
- Serve warm with fresh Devonshire cream and strawberry jam.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 926.5, Fat 49.8, SaturatedFat 30.8, Cholesterol 148.6, Sodium 472.7, Carbohydrate 109.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 30.2, Protein 11.9
EGGLESS TENDER FLAKY SCONES
This lovely textured scone is from a chef at Hastings House, Canada. The key to its tenderness is not overhandling the dough. Best served with clotted cream, whipped cream with a touch of powdered sugar or marmalade. It's the easiest, best tasting scones I've ever come across.
Provided by RotiJala
Categories Scones
Time 32m
Yield 12 triangles, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (195-200 degrees C).
- Mix with a whisk in a big bowl the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
- Cut in butter with a butter knife in each hand until mix looks like coarse crumbs.
- Pour in cream and fold in everything until just incorporated. Do NOT overmix.
- If mixture seems a little dry, add a little more cream.
- Fold currants or cranberries into batter.
- Press the dough in 3 or 4 batches on lightly floured board 1 1/4-inch (3cm) thick. Cut into triangles. All in all about 8-16 scones, depending on size (enough for 4 hungry mouths).
- Place scones on ungreased cookie parchment. Brush tops with a bit of cream.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool on a rack.
Tips:
- Make sure all your ingredients are cold before you start. This will help the scones rise better.
- Use a pastry blender or two forks to cut the butter into the flour. This will help create a flaky texture.
- Don't overwork the dough. The more you work it, the tougher the scones will be.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the scones hold their shape.
- Bake the scones in a preheated oven. This will help them rise evenly.
- Don't overbake the scones. They should be golden brown on top and cooked through in the middle.
- Serve the scones warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Conclusion:
These eggless scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your scones turn out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give these eggless scones a try. You won't be disappointed!
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