If you are looking for quick breakfast ideas, give this buttermilk scones recipe a try! Buttermilk scones are simple and easy-to-make morning biscuits. For the best results, handle the dough minimally. Stir just until combined and knead only briefly. You can customize the recipe with your favorite dried fruits. Feel free to also include nuts or spices for extra kick of flavor and texture.
When it comes to quick and satisfying breakfast options, buttermilk scones are a my favorite. They are easy to prepare and very versatile, making them a perfect choice for busy mornings or relaxed weekend. I also love these wonderful bites because you can make them without sugar and gluten free flour. This makes them healthy and health enthusiasts. Below are reasons why you will love these buttermilk scones:
Why you will love buttermilk scones
- Buttermilk scones are quick and easy to make, making them a perfect choice for busy mornings or relaxed weekend brunches.
- They are endlessly versatile. You can add your favorite dried fruits, nuts, or spices to make them uniquely yours. Make them for breakfast, as a snack or for brunch, these bites will always impress.
- The ingredients for this recipe are simple and easy to get. With simple pantry staples, this recipe is cost-effective without sacrificing flavor.
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How to make Buttermilk Scones
Buttermilk scones are best when handled the least when preparing them. Stir until just mixed, and then knead as little as possible. You can also add dried fruits, nuts and spices of your choice to make this recipe. Hear is an overview of the ingredients that you will need for this recipe:
Ingredients
- All purpose flour – Adds structure to the scones.
- Whole wheat flour – Adds a nutty flavor and enhances the nutritional profile with more fiber.
- Baking soda – Acts as a leavening agent, helping the scones rise.
- Cream of tartar – This also acts as a leavening agent that stabilizes the baking soda’s action. It also adds tangy flavor that complements the buttermilk’s flavor.
- Salt – Enhances the overall flavor and balances the sweetness from the dates.
- Dates – They help to sweeten the scones and are healthier alternative to refined sugar. It also add a chewy texture.
- Buttermilk – Provides moisture and flavor to the scones. It also activates the baking soda for a light texture.
- Egg – Helps bind the ingredients together.
- Melted butter – Butter adds a rich, buttery flavor and makes the scones tenderness.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F
- Combine dry ingredients and mix well.
- Stir the dates into the dry ingredients
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg and melted butter and stir well to mix.
- Gradually stir this mixture into the flour mixture.
- Turn out onto a floured surface and if the flour is too sticky, add a little flour.
- Knead briefly, only once or twice
- Divide dough into 4 pieces and pat each piece into a 5-inch circle
- Cut each circle in half.
- Bake on a buttered cookie sheet for 10-15 minutes. Scones are done when lightly browned.
- Let them cool slightly before serving them warm.
Buttermilk Scones
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- ¾ cup white all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cream of tartar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped dates
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter cooled
Instructions
Step 1: preparation
- Preheat oven to 450°F
Step 2: Mixing ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients and mix well to combine
- Stir in chopped dates
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg and melted butter. Stir well to combine
- Gradually stir this mixture into the flour mixture
Step 3: Knead the dough
- Turn the dough out on a floured surface. Add a little if the dough is too sticky.
- Knead the dough briefly, only once or twice.
Step 4: Shape the dough
- Divide dough into 4 pieces.
- Pat each pieces into a 5-inch circle
- Cut each circle in half to make 8 pieces
Step 5: Bake
- Place the pieces onto a buttered cookie sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes. The scones are done when lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Serve them warm
