How to Make Buttermilk Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, few things can compare to a warm, flaky buttermilk scone. Scones have been a beloved staple in British cuisine for centuries, and for good reason. Their tender crumb and slightly tangy flavor make them the perfect treat for breakfast or a midday snack. Whether you enjoy them plain or with a dollop of jam and clotted cream, buttermilk scones are an irresistible indulgence.

Buttermilk scones are not only delicious, but they are also incredibly easy to make...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk
  • ⅓ cup butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 scones

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add buttermilk and melted butter; stir until a soft dough is formed.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and press into a rectangle, about 3/4-inch thick and 4-inches wide. Cut into 8 equal pieces and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    256 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 534mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 257mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 111mg