Dad’s Sunday Morning Scones

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Dad's Sunday Morning Scones recipe

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

11g

Fat

13g

Dad's Sunday Morning Scones is a great treat to start off your day with. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea, they are delicious every time. Scones are a staple of British and Irish cuisine, and are enjoyed all over the world. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and requires just a few basic ingredients. So, if you're looking for something tasty and satisfying to start your day, this is the recipe for you.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.	In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
3.	Cut cold butter into small pieces and add to the bowl, rub the butter and flour mix together with fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4.	Add buttermilk and stir to combine until the dough is moistened. Stir in dried fruits of your choice.
5.	Transfer the dough to floured surface. Gently knead the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
6.	Use a biscuit cutter to cut out scones. Place them on a lined baking tray about 2 inches apart.
7.	Brush the tops with buttermilk.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let them cool for 5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Dad’s Sunday Morning Scones are perfect for a leisurely breakfast or brunch.

They are easy and quick to make, with simple ingredients.

They are deliciously buttery and flaky.

CONS

Scones aren’t the healthiest of breakfast foods.
They tend to be high in calories and fat.

Also, adding dried fruits to scones will increase the sugar content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Buttermilk is a good source of protein and calcium.
It contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamins B12, riboflavin and phosphorus, all of which help support the growth and maintenance of the body.
Dried fruits contain fiber, which helps improve digestion and prevent constipation.

	2 1/2 cups flour
	1 cup buttermilk
	1/2 cup butter
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 teaspoons baking powder
	1/2 teaspoon baking soda
	1 cup dried fruit ( eg . raisins ) ( optional )