Irish Brown Scones
Hearty, wholesome, and undeniably comforting, Irish Brown Scones bring the rustic charm of traditional Irish baking straight to your kitchen. Made with nutty wholemeal flour, a hint of tangy buttermilk, and a buttery richness, these scones are the perfect balance of tender crumb and earthy flavor. Topped with a sprinkle of rolled oats for an irresistible bakery-style finish, this recipe is simple yet satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, these golden-brown gems make an ideal breakfast, snack, or tea-time treat. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or honey for a truly authentic Irish experience. Perfect for anyone looking to recreate homestyle Irish baking with minimal effort, these scones are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams wholemeal flour
- 100 grams plain flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 75 grams unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 250 ml buttermilk, plus extra for glazing
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats, for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the wholemeal flour, plain flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the buttermilk. Use a wooden spoon to gently mix until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should remain slightly sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just enough to bring it into a cohesive ball. Flatten the ball into a disc about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick.
Using a round cookie cutter (about 6 cm in diameter), cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking tray. Gather the remaining dough, reshape it, and cut more scones as needed.
Brush the tops of the scones lightly with buttermilk and sprinkle with rolled oats for a rustic finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm with butter, jam, or a drizzle of honey!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.4 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 3453 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.8 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 53.6 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 421 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1570 mg | 33% | |
*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.
