Muesli Scone

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 15

Muesli Scone Recipe: A Perfect Breakfast Option

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

284

Sugar

14g

Fat

Muesli Scone is a variation of a classic English scone that is made with flour, sugar, and butter. The addition of toasted muesli gives it a crunchy texture and a sweet taste. It is a perfect breakfast option as it provides a good combination of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. Muesli Scone can be enjoyed with butter, jam, or whipped cream. It is a perfect recipe for people who are looking for a healthy breakfast option or want to enjoy something sweet without compromising on their health.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 220°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.	Sift flour into a bowl, stir in sugar and add butter.
3.	Rub the butter into the dry mixture until it resembles crumbles.
4.	Stir in the toasted muesli.
5.	Add the milk and mix the dough until combined.
6.	Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth.
7.	Pat the dough out to about 2cm thickness.
8.	Use a 6cm round scone cutter to cut out scones. Place them on the lined tray, leaving room for spreading.
9.	Brush the tops of scones with extra milk.
10.	Bake it in the preheated oven for 12-15 mins, or until scones are golden and sound hollow when tapped on the base.

PROS

Muesli Scone is a healthy breakfast option and can be served as an afternoon snack too.
It has a soft and fluffy texture, with the goodness of toasted muesli and a sweet taste of caster sugar.
It is easy to make and is a perfect grab-and-go option for busy mornings.

CONS

Being a baked product, Muesli Scone may not be suitable for people who are on a low-carb or gluten-free diet.
It also contains sugar and butter, which might not be suitable for people with specific dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of muesli in this recipe provides numerous health benefits. Muesli is loaded with essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, and minerals which help in maintaining a healthy gut, aids digestion, and boosts metabolism. The toasted fruit in muesli is a rich source of antioxidants which helps to prevent cell damage.

	2 cups self-raising flour
	1/3 cup caster sugar
	50 g butter ( cold finely chopped plus extra to serve )
	3/4 cup muesli ( toasted fruit )
	1 cup milk