Tattie Scones Potato Scones or Potato Cakes
Fluffy, golden, and irresistibly comforting, Tattie Scones (also known as Potato Scones or Potato Cakes) are a beloved staple of traditional Scottish cuisine. This simple yet satisfying recipe combines buttery mashed potatoes with a touch of salt and all-purpose flour to create a soft, pillowy dough that’s rolled out and pan-fried to perfection. Quick to make with just a handful of pantry ingredients, these potato scones boast a delightful crisp exterior while remaining tender on the inside. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they shine as part of a full Scottish fry-up or simply served with butter, jam, or savory toppings of your choice. Whether you're celebrating your Scottish roots or just craving hearty comfort food, these tattie scones are sure to become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Potatoes
- 50 g Salted butter
- 125 g All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil or butter (for cooking)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into small chunks to help them cook evenly.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for around 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Allow them to sit for a couple of minutes to evaporate any excess moisture.
Mash the potatoes thoroughly using a potato masher until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.
While the mashed potatoes are still warm, add the butter and salt, and mix well until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Gradually add the flour to the potato mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough to maintain its light texture.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just to bring it together.
Roll the dough out to about 1 cm thickness. Use a round cutter or a knife to cut the dough into circles or wedges.
Heat a large, non-stick griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Grease it lightly with vegetable oil or butter.
Cook the tattie scones in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crisp on the surface.
Remove the cooked scones from the pan and keep warm while you cook the remaining batches.
Serve the tattie scones warm with butter, jam, or as part of a traditional Scottish breakfast. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.4 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2732 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.2 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2822 mg | 60% | |
*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.
