These Currant Scones are a delightful treat, perfect for breakfast or tea-time. Made by incorporating sweet dried currants into a classic scone dough, the combination of flour, butter, sugar, and buttermilk creates a tender and flaky scone. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee for a comforting and satisfying treat any time of day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup dried currants
- 2/3 cup buttermilk plus a little extra for brushing
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Currants: Stir in the dried currants until evenly distributed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture. Stir gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut the Scones: Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper to cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pie). Alternatively, you can use a round biscuit cutter to cut out individual scones.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little buttermilk and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Notes
Enjoy these delicious Currant Scones as a perfect accompaniment to your breakfast or tea-time ritual!
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