Aromas of fresh rosemary and thyme are the herbaceous highlights of these savory scones, which are delightful on their own or served with tea. Buttermilk makes them extra-tender, while the dill adds a note of pickle-y flavor to the biscuit-like crumb.
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WHOLE-WHEAT BUTTERMILK SCONES WITH RAISINS AND OATMEAL
You may be accustomed to the gigantic, sweet scones in coffee shops in this country. They are nothing like the diminutive, light scones that originated in Britain and Ireland. This is a whole-wheat version, only moderately sweet -- the way I think scones should be. You can always top them with jam or honey if you want more sugar. The whole-wheat flour brings a rich, nutty flavor to the scones.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, quick, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 12 small scones
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Sift together flours, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. Stir in oatmeal. Rub in butter, or place in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle and beat at low speed, or pulse in a food processor, until incorporated. Add buttermilk and raisins and mix just until dough comes together.
- Transfer to a lightly floured work surface and gently shape into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle. Cut either into 2-inch circles with a biscuit cutter or into 6 squares, then cut each square in half on the diagonal. Transfer to baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, until browned on the bottom. Flip over, bake 2 more minutes, and remove from the heat. Serve warm or allow to cool.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 147, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 216 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SAVORY WHOLE-WHEAT BUTTERMILK SCONES WITH ROSEMARY AND THYME
These rich, herbal scones are savory like American biscuits, with the added nutty, wholesome dimension of the whole-wheat flour. They're great with cheese and with salads, soups and stews.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, quick, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 12 small scones
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Sift together flours, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. Rub in butter, or place in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle and beat at low speed until incorporated. Add chopped rosemary and thyme and buttermilk and mix just until the dough comes together.
- Transfer to a lightly floured work surface and gently shape into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle. Either cut 2-inch circles with a biscuit cutter or cut into 6 squares, then cut each square in half on the diagonal. Transfer to baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, until browned on the bottom. Flip over, bake 2 more minutes, and remove from the heat. Serve warm or allow to cool.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 121, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 201 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
BUTTERMILK SCONES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda in a large bowl. Add butter and mix with your fingertips to a coarse meal. Add buttermilk and mix just until combined. Add currants, if desired.
- Transfer dough to a floured board and divide into 2 parts. Roll each to 3/4 inch thick rounds. Cut each round into 8 wedges and place slightly separated on a greased baking sheet. Brush the tops with the cream, and bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned. Serve warm, split in half with butter and marmalade.
MARTHA ROSE SHULMAN'S SAVORY WHOLE-WHEAT BUTTERMILK SCONES WITH ROSEMARY AND THYME
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment. 2. Sift together flours, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. Rub in butter, or place in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle and beat at low speed until incorporated. Add chopped rosemary and thyme and buttermilk and mix just until the dough comes together. 3. Transfer to a lightly floured work surface and gently shape into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle. Either cut 2-inch circles with a biscuit cutter or cut into 6 squares, then cut each square in half on the diagonal. Transfer to baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, until browned on the bottom. Flip over, bake 2 more minutes, and remove from the heat. Serve warm or allow to cool.
WHOLE-WHEAT SCONES
Provided by Brian Yarvin
Categories Bread Breakfast Brunch Bake Dried Fruit Raisin Shower Whole Wheat Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12 scones
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Add the butter and use your fingers to pinch the butter and the flour mixture together; when it's all combined, it will resemble large bread crumbs.
- 2. Use a wooden spoon to mix in the brown sugar and raisins, and then add the buttermilk. If the dough is quite sticky, add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough has the texture of modeling clay. If it's too dry, add more buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it's wet enough.
- 3. Turn the dough out onto a floured work surface and roll it out into a rectangle 1/4 inch thick. Cut the dough into 12 (3-inch) squares. Leftover scraps can be rerolled to make more scones.
- 4. Oil a baking sheet. Fold each square of dough in half diagonally to form a triangle, and lay it on the sheet. Bake the scones until the tops are golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve warm, with jam and a pot of hot tea if you like.
BUTTERMILK SCONES
This basic scone recipe can be adapted by adding chopped dried fruit or grated cheese.
Provided by BEVCHRIS
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Scone Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Add butter and buttermilk; stir until a soft dough is formed.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and press dough into a rectangle about 3/4 inch thick and 4 inches wide. Cut into 8 even sized pieces.
- Place the scones on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 21.9 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 534 mg, Sugar 2 g
PERFECT SCONES
Flaky, delicious scones make for a tasty tea time treat. This recipe is from Martha Stewart's Hors D'Oeuvres.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes about forty 1-inch scones
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt into a large bowl. Cut in butter using a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Mixing lightly with your fingers, add heavy cream just until dough holds together. Wrap in plastic and chill about 1/2 hour before rolling out.
- Butter a large baking sheet; set aside. Roll dough into a circle, 1/2 inch thick for small scones and 3/4 inch thick for larger ones. Using a biscuit or cookie cutter, cut dough into various shapes. Transfer scones to prepared baking sheet.
- Combine egg and light cream in a small bowl; brush tops of scones with mixture. Bake until golden brown and puffed, 13 to 15 minutes. Serve warm.
Tips:
- Rosemary and thyme are the perfect herbs to use in these scones. They add a savory flavor that is both aromatic and delicious.
- Make sure to use cold butter. This will help to create a flaky scone.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in tough scones.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help to develop the flavor and make the scones easier to handle.
- Bake the scones until they are golden brown. Overbaking will dry out the scones.
Conclusion:
These savory whole wheat buttermilk scones with rosemary and thyme are the perfect addition to any brunch or breakfast table. They are flaky, flavorful, and easy to make. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying snack or meal. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, these scones are sure to impress. So next time you are looking for a savory scone recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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