Buttermilk Scones

          

This basic scone recipe can be adapted by adding chopped dried fruit or grated cheese.

Original recipe makes 8 scones

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 1/4 cups buttermilk

  • PREP

    15 mins

  • COOK

    15 mins

  • READY IN

    30 mins

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Add butter and buttermilk; stir until a soft dough is formed.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

Calories: 256 kcal
Carbohydrates: 38.6 g
Cholesterol: 22 mg
Fat: 8.5 g
Fiber: 1.3 g
Protein: 6.2 g
Sodium: 534 mg

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