IRISH BUTTERMILK SCONES / CHEESE & HERB SCONES
Perfect to go with your morning coffee or a great afternoon snack with hot tea. The secret to making good scones is a quick, light hand when mixing, and a hot oven.
Provided by littleturtle
Categories Scones
Time 30m
Yield 8 scones
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F (gas mark 8).
- Sift flour with salt and rub in butter or margarine.
- For Cheese& Herb Scones add mustard, cheese and herbs to the dry ingredients at this point.
- Make a well in the centre and pour in the egg and most of the buttermilk.
- Mix quickly to form a soft dough, adding a little extra buttermilk if necessary.
- Turn out onto a floured surface and roll out lightly until 1" thick.
- Working quickly, cut into 2" rounds.
- Glaze with egg or milk and set on a floured baking sheet.
- Before baking, dust scones with cinnamon sugar for Buttermilk Scones or sprinkle a little grated cheese on top of each scone for Cheese& Herb Scones.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until light brown.
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Specks monroe
[email protected]I've made these scones several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they're always delicious.
Nicole, ym Müller
[email protected]These scones were amazing! I made them for a potluck, and they were the first thing to go. Everyone loved them.
Josue Sanchez
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my scones didn't rise very much. I'm not sure what went wrong.
khayaru Ray
[email protected]These scones were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add a little more buttermilk next time.
hossenshobuj khan
[email protected]I've never made scones before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The scones turned out perfectly, and they were so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.
gabriel huntman
[email protected]These scones were delicious! I used a combination of cheddar and Parmesan cheese, and added some chopped chives. They were perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
bahergg 2010
[email protected]I made these scones for my family this morning, and they were a huge hit! They were so light and fluffy, and the cheese and herbs gave them a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making these again.
Fred
[email protected]These scones were so easy to make, and they turned out perfectly. I used a sharp cheddar cheese and some fresh thyme from my garden. They were the perfect addition to my afternoon tea.
Ni kadek santi Septiani
[email protected]I've tried many scone recipes, but this one is by far the best. The buttermilk gives them a lovely tang, and the cheese and herbs add a delicious savory flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Youcef Lahrech
[email protected]These scones were a hit at my last brunch party! They were light and fluffy, with a perfect crumb. The cheese and herbs gave them a savory flavor that everyone loved. I will definitely be making them again.