Irish Fruit Scones

Warm, buttery, and irresistibly tender, these traditional Irish Fruit Scones are the perfect bake to bring a touch of Ireland to your kitchen! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and cold butter, these scones are enriched with sweet bursts of raisins or currants and a hint of vanilla for a classic flavor. The recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time, with a gentle kneading technique that ensures light and fluffy results. Baked until golden, these scones are best served fresh from the oven, slathered with butter, jam, or clotted cream for a truly indulgent treat. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a cozy snack, these homemade Irish scones will fill your home with comforting aromas and deliver authentic taste with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 85 grams butter, cold and cubed
• 100 grams dried fruit (raisins or currants)
• 1 large egg
• 100 milliliters whole milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon extra milk (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, rub the cold cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the dried fruit (raisins or currants) to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, whole milk, and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the wet ingredients. Mix gently with a fork until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times to bring it to a smooth consistency.

Step 8

Pat the dough into a disc about 2 to 2.5 cm (¾ to 1 inch) thick, then use a round 6 cm (2.5-inch) cutter to cut out scones. Gather and re-roll scraps as needed.

Step 9

Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the scones with a little milk to help them brown beautifully in the oven.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, jam, or clotted cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(675.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2211.4

Total Fat 84.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 422.1mg	0%
Sodium 2254.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 117.1g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 163.8IU	0%
Calcium 273.4mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1290.5mg	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: 34.0%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 59.0%