Scottish Buttermilk Steel Cut Oat Scones

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
Healthy and Delicious Scottish Buttermilk Steel Cut Oat Scones Recipe
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup steel cut oats
1 cup buttermilk , at room temperature
1/2 cup oat flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup unbleached white flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt ( to taste )
1/3 cup dried currant
butter ( for greasing baking sheet )
4 tablespoons butter , softened and cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon milk
cinnamon-sugar mixture , for topping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
198
Sugar
7g
Fat
8g
Add a Scottish twist to your breakfast with these Scottish Buttermilk Steel Cut Oat Scones. Made with steel cut oats and currants, these scones have a unique texture and flavor which makes them healthy and delicious. These scones are an excellent source of fiber that helps to keep you full for a more extended period. They are also relatively easy on your wallet and can be stored in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. You can also add season fruits or nuts to it to enhance the flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2.In a small bowl, mix together the steel cut oats and buttermilk, and set aside for 10 minutes.
3.In a separate bowl, mix together the oat flour, whole wheat flour, unbleached white flour, baking soda, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4.Stir the dried currants into the flour mixture.
5.Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
6.Add the buttermilk and oats mixture to the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
7.Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead lightly, patting the dough into a 1/2 inch thickness.
8.Cut out the scones using a biscuit cutter and place on a greased baking sheet.
9.Brush the tops of the scones with milk and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
10.Bake for 12-13 minutes or until golden brown. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These scones are packed with heart-healthy oats and whole grain flours.

The addition of currants adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the scones.

They are perfect for a breakfast or brunch gathering

CONS

These scones are relatively high in carbs and sugar.
People with gluten sensitivity need to avoid this.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Steel-cut [oat] (https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/steel-cut-oats ) is said to contain antioxidants that help in reducing blood pressure. Oats are also anti-inflammatory and known to promote a healthy gut.

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