Irish Scones (Ireland) Print

irishscone

Ingredients
4 cups of flour
2 eggs
4 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup sour cream
1 cup buttermilk
¾ cup sugar
1 cup raisins or walnuts (optional)

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit
  2. Line a baking sheet with Parchment paper
  3. Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda
  4. Add the butter and sugar until the mixture resembles course crumbs
  5. Transfer mixture into a large bowl and stir in eggs, buttermilk, and sour cream until a soft dough forms
  6. Transfer dough onto lightly floured surface with floured hands and knead in raisins or walnuts if preferred
  7. Roll out dough about ½ inch thick
  8. Cut with a glass or small cookie cutter
  9. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown on top


Brought by Lori Herring
Recipe from Suite101.com