Courteney Cox's Currant Scones Recipe

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly flour large cookie sheet.

Step 2

In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add butter and blend until mixture resembles fine meal. Stir in currants. Mix in egg and 3/4 cup buttermilk to form soft dough.

Step 3

Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Pat dough 3/4 inch thick. With 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter, cut out as many rounds as possible, gathering scraps together to use up all the dough.

Step 4

Transfer rounds to prepared cookie sheet. Brush tops with remaining buttermilk. Bake scones 18 minutes or until golden-brown and cooked through.

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.

Tips for selecting ingredients

Make sure to use cold butter for the scones, as this helps to create a flaky texture.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by combining 1 tablespoon of white vinegar with enough regular milk to make 3/4 cup.

Ingredient substitutions

Replace the butter with coconut oil: Coconut oil is a healthier alternative to butter as it is plant-based and contains essential fatty acids. This substitution will make the scones lower in saturated fat and cholesterol.
Replace the currants with dried cranberries: Dried cranberries are a great substitute for currants as they have a similar texture and flavour. This substitution will add a slightly tart and sweet flavour to the scones.

Variations

Cranberry Orange Scones Replace the currants with 1/3 cup dried cranberries and add the zest of one orange to the dry ingredients. Replace the buttermilk with orange juice and add an additional tablespoon of orange juice to the tops of the scones before baking.

Serve with

Lemon Curd Tea Cake - This sweet and tangy cake is the perfect accompaniment to Courteney Cox's Currant Scones. The tartness of the lemon curd pairs nicely with the sweet and fruity currants, creating a balanced flavor combination that is sure to please. Plus, the cake's light texture and crumbly topping makes it a great option for a light snack or dessert.

Raspberry Mousse: This light and creamy raspberry mousse is the perfect complement to the Lemon Curd Tea Cake. The sweetness of the mousse balances out the tartness of the lemon curd and the fruity currants, creating a delicious combination of flavors. Plus, the light and fluffy texture of the mousse provides a delightful contrast to the crumbly topping of the cake.

FAQ

Q: How long should I bake the scones?

A: Bake the scones for 18 minutes or until they are golden-brown and cooked through.

Q: What ingredients do I need to make scones?

A: To make scones, you will need flour, baking powder, salt, butter, milk, and an egg.

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Courteney Cox is the celebrity chef behind this recipe for currant scones. She is best known for her role as Monica Geller in the hit TV show Friends.

Fun Fact 2: Currant scones have a long history in British cuisine, dating back to the 17th century. They were originally served as a sweet treat for the upper classes and are still popular today.