Proper Scottish Oat Scones

Transport your taste buds to the enchanting Scottish Highlands with these Proper Scottish Oat Scones, a delightful treat that’s both hearty and subtly sweet. Featuring wholesome rolled oats, rich butter, and a hint of vanilla, these traditional scones boast a rustic charm that’s perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. The dough comes together effortlessly with a combination of pantry staples, and the technique of cutting cold butter into the dry ingredients ensures a perfectly crumbly texture. Baked to golden perfection, these scones are best enjoyed warm, slathered with butter, jam, or even decadent clotted cream. Ready in under 35 minutes, this recipe is your go-to for an authentic yet simple Scottish bake that’s both comforting and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 grams rolled oats
• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 85 grams unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 120 milliliters milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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 rolled oats, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a disc about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick.

Step 7

Using a knife or a bench scraper, cut the dough into 8 wedges, like slicing a pizza.

Step 8

Carefully transfer the scone wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 cm (1 inch) apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(601.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1998.0

Total Fat 89.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 416.2mg	0%
Sodium 2252.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 57.1g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 108.2IU	0%
Calcium 284.2mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 966.2mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 50.8%