Avoca’s Famous Irish Scones
Recipe: #20075
July 12, 2015
"Avoca is an Irish family-run business that spans one of the world's oldest surviving manufacturing companies and Ireland's most exciting stores and food markets. Avoca's scones are famous for a reason!"
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
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Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (124.8 g)
- Calories 380.2
- Total Fat - 16.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 9.3 g
- Cholesterol - 89.7 mg
- Sodium - 83.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 53 g
- Dietary Fiber - 6.4 g
- Sugars - 10.6 g
- Protein - 9.7 g
- Calcium - 47.5 mg
- Iron - 2.3 mg
- Vitamin C - 1.5 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl, and stir in the sugar.
Step 2
Using your fingertips, lightly work in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. At this point, you can add the raisins if you choose to include them.
Step 3
Add the egg, cream and enough milk to moisten. Mix well until it has a soft doughy texture – but it shouldn’t be too moist.
Step 4
Gather the dough into a ball and turn it out onto a floured surface,
Step 5
Then roll lightly with a rolling pin to 1 inch/2.5cm thick. Cut out with a round cutter, transfer to a greased baking sheet and brush the tops with the egg glaze.
Step 6
Bake in the oven preheated to 350F/180c/Gas mark 4 for 15-20 minutes
Step 7
Or until well browned.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Make sure to use cold butter when adding it to the dry ingredients.
- If desired, you can substitute the raisins for other dried fruits such as cranberries or apricots.
- Substitute the self-rising flour for a mixture of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This substitution will provide a lighter texture to the scones while still providing the same flavor.
- Substitute the butter for coconut oil. This substitution will make the scones vegan and provide a healthier option, while still providing a delicious flavor.
Orange Chocolate Scones Replace the raisins with 1/3 cup of orange chocolate chips, and add 1/2 teaspoon of orange zest to the dough. For the glaze, use 1 tablespoon of orange juice instead of water.
Irish Stew - This hearty stew is the perfect accompaniment to Avoca's Famous Irish Scones. It is a traditional Irish dish made with lamb, potatoes, carrots, onions, and herbs. The savory stew will provide a delicious contrast to the sweetness of the scones, making for a memorable meal.
Irish Soda Bread: Irish Soda Bread is a classic Irish accompaniment to stew. It is a quick bread made with baking soda, flour, sugar, and buttermilk. The sweetness of the bread complements the savory flavors of the stew, making a delicious combination. The bread is also easy to make, making it a great addition to any Irish-inspired meal.
FAQ
Q: How thick should I roll the dough?
A: Roll the dough to 1 inch/2.5cm thick.
Q: Can I freeze the dough?
A: Yes, you can freeze the dough. Make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Avoca is Ireland's oldest surviving manufacturing company, having been founded in 1723 by William and Anne Pratt.
Fun Fact 2: Avoca's famous Irish scones have become a favorite of celebrities like Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who have been spotted enjoying them at Avoca's café in Dublin.