Irish Buttermilk Scones – Cheese & Herb Scones

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Irish Buttermilk Scones - Cheese & Herb Scones for a Tasty Breakfast
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces self-raising flour ( preferably self-raising soda bread flour )
1 pinch salt
1 ounce butter or 1 ounce hard margarine
1 egg , beaten
5 fluid ounces buttermilk
eggs or milk , to glaze
cinnamon sugar , to dust
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 ounces cheese , grated
2 tablespoons fresh herbs , chopped ( basil or whatever you like )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
290
Sugar
2g
Fat
11g
Irish Buttermilk Scones with Cheese & Herb are a savory variation of the traditional sweet scone. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. These scones are crispy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside. The strong flavor of cheese is perfectly balanced with the fresh flavors of herbs.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven at 200 °C (392 °F).
2.Sift flour and salt together, then rub in the butter until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs.
3.Add cheese, mustard and herbs and then beat the egg, add to the mixture along with the buttermilk. Mix quickly to a soft dough.
4.Cover with a clean cloth and rest for 5-10 minutes.
5.Flour the work surface and pat the dough into a round about 2.5cm (1 inch) deep. Cut into wedges or rounds as preferred.
6.Place on a lightly floured baking sheet and brush with egg or milk. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
7.Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden.
8.Serve warm or cold, with butter, marmalade or jam.

PROS

Irish Buttermilk Scones with Cheese & Herb are a delicious and savory breakfast option.
They are easy to prepare and do not require a lot of complicated ingredients.
Perfect for when you don’t want something sweet, but still want something baked.

CONS

These scones are not gluten-free and may not be suitable for people with gluten intolerance.
If you’re watching your calorie intake, be mindful of the amount of butter and cheese used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Buttermilk is a great source of calcium and phosphorus, which are essential minerals for maintaining healthy bones.
Hard cheese is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin B12 (if you choose vegetarian or non-dairy options, check the labels for B12 content or consider supplementing).
Herbs add flavor with minimal calories and can add anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits (depending on the herbs used).

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