How to Make Black Treacle Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black treacle scones are a delightful treat that is perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee. These scones have a rich and robust flavor, thanks to the addition of black treacle, which is a thick, dark syrup with a slightly bitter taste. The treacle gives the scones a deep, caramel-like flavor that is wonderfully complemented by the buttery, flaky texture of the scones.

These scones are relatively easy to make, and they are a great way to add a touch of sophistication to your ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 4 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons molasses (treacle), or more to taste
  • 1 cup milk

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 15 scones

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, cream of tarter, salt, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, nutmeg and ginger. Cut in butter with a fork or pastry blender. Combine milk and molasses in a small bowl; stir into flour mixture until moistened. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Roll dough out into a 1/2 inch thick round. Cut out circles with a medium biscuit cutter and place pieces on prepared baking sheet so that they are barely touching.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Move to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. For soft scones, cover with a dry cloth for 10 minutes. For crisp scones, do not cover.
  • Nutrition

    185 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 298mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 248mg