Scottish Buttermilk Oat Scones

Warm, rustic, and delightfully hearty, Scottish Buttermilk Oat Scones are the perfect blend of tradition and comfort. These scones combine the nutty texture of rolled oats with the tangy richness of buttermilk, creating a tender, melt-in-your-mouth treat. A touch of vanilla adds warmth, while optional coarse sugar on top delivers a golden, lightly sweet crust. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these scones are simple to prepare yet irresistibly satisfying. Serve them fresh out of the oven with your favorite jam, clotted cream, or butter for a classic teatime or breakfast indulgence. Perfectly golden and subtly sweet, these oat scones bring a taste of Scotland to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams rolled oats
• 50 grams granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams unsalted butter, cold
• 180 milliliters buttermilk, cold
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons optional: coarse sugar for topping

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes. Add the butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the buttermilk mixture. Gently fold the ingredients together with a spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gather it into a ball and gently press it into a circle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.

Step 7

Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to cut the circle into 8 equal wedges, like a pie. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle the tops of the scones with coarse sugar for a golden, sweet crust.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 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 before serving warm or at room temperature. These scones pair wonderfully with jam, clotted cream, or butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(728.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2404.3

Total Fat 92.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 225.9mg	0%
Sodium 2333.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 346.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 85.5g
Protein 49.7g	0%

Vitamin D 96.6IU	0%
Calcium 325.8mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 1008.6mg	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: 34.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 57.4%