Creamy Buttermilk Scones

Elevate your breakfast or afternoon tea with these tender, flaky Creamy Buttermilk Scones, a classic treat with a luscious twist. Made with cold, buttery richness and the tangy depth of buttermilk, these scones strike the perfect balance between soft and crumbly. Enhanced with a touch of vanilla and topped with a golden egg wash and optional coarse sugar for a hint of sparkle and crunch, these scones bake to perfection in just 15 minutes. Whether enjoyed warm with a dollop of clotted cream and jam or served alongside your favorite tea, this quick and easy recipe is a must-have for scone enthusiasts. Perfectly simple to make and irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, diced)
• 0.75 cups buttermilk (cold)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 unit egg (lightly beaten, for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the cold buttermilk and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk mixture. Mix gently using a wooden spoon or spatula just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a 1-inch-thick circle.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife or a bench scraper, cut the dough into 8 wedges. Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(676.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2148.8

Total Fat 106.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 454.5mg	0%
Sodium 3117.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 73.2g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 211.3IU	0%
Calcium 296.6mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 629.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.4%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 48.7%