Irish Fruit Scones

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 17

Irish Fruit Scones packed with juicy raisins or cranberries

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

330

Sugar

19g

Fat

13g

Irish Fruit Scones are a traditional Irish pastry that are enjoyed all over the world. These scones are made with wholemeal flour and are packed with juicy raisins or cranberries, making them a tasty and wholesome treat. They are easy to make and are perfect for breakfast or as a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3.	Add the cold butter cubes, and use your fingertips to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles breadcrumbs.
4.	Add the raisins or cranberries and mix well.
5.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
6.	Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together.
7.	On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 2-3cm.
8.	Use a cookie cutter to cut out scones.
9.	Place the scones onto the prepared baking tray and brush with a little extra buttermilk.
10.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
11.	Serve warm with butter and jam.

PROS

Irish Fruit Scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.

The addition of raisins or cranberries makes these scones extra juicy and flavorful.

CONS

Scones are high in carbohydrates and can be high in fat if served with a lot of butter.

They are best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The main health benefit of Irish Fruit Scones comes from the high fiber content in the wholemeal flour used to make them.
Fiber is important for digestive health and can help to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

	600 g flour
	110 g granulated sugar
	1 tablespoon baking powder
	100 g dry raisins or 100 g cranberries
	190 g butter , cold cut up into cubes
	2 eggs
	250 ml buttermilk