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

There's something magical about the flavor and texture of sourdough bread. The tangy, slightly chewy crumb and crispy crust are unbeatable. But have you ever thought about using your sourdough starter for something other than bread? If not, it's time to expand your horizons and give these Sourdough Scones a try.

These Sourdough Scones take the classic breakfast treat to a whole new level. The sourdough starter adds a depth of flavor and a soft, fluffy texture that sets these scones ap...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups bread flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
  • ⅓ cup cold butter
  • 1 ¼ cups sourdough starter
  • 2 tablespoons milk (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar, for garnish

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 scones

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk together the flour, salt, cream of tartar, baking soda, sugar, and apple pie spice in a mixing bowl. Cut in the butter with a knife or pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the sourdough starter and mix by hand to form a soft dough.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 4 pieces. Pat or roll one piece of dough into a 1/2-inch thick round. Cut it into 4 wedge-shaped pieces and place the scones on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart. Repeat with remaining pieces of dough. Brush the tops of the scones with milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.
  • Bake until the scones just start to turn golden, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    162 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 184mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 95mg