Scones Of Edinburgh, Scottish
Recipe: #20358
July 27, 2015
Categories: Breads, Breakfast, British, One-Pot Meal, Brunch, Oven Bake, No Eggs, Vegetarian Quick Breads, Flour, Buttermilk, Kosher Dairy, Scones, more
"A Kitchen Witch’s Cookbook"
Original is 6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (60.7 g)
- Calories 212.6
- Total Fat - 8.9 g
- Saturated Fat - 5.2 g
- Cholesterol - 21.5 mg
- Sodium - 80.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 30.7 g
- Dietary Fiber - 3.9 g
- Sugars - 5.2 g
- Protein - 5.1 g
- Calcium - 35.1 mg
- Iron - 1.5 mg
- Vitamin C - 0 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375° F.
Step 2
Mix flour, sugar, cream of tartar, cinnamon, ginger. Cut in butter.
Step 3
Mix molasses and milk together. Stir in enough milk into the flour mixture so the dough leaves the sides of the bowl.
Step 4
Knead 10 times on lightly floured board.
Step 5
Roll into 3/4 inch thickness in round and cut into triangle shapes.
Step 6
Bake on greased cookie sheet for 10-13 minutes.
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.
- For a richer flavor, use salted butter instead of unsalted butter.
- When measuring the self-rising flour, use a spoon to scoop it into the measuring cup, and then level it off with a knife.
- Substitute coconut oil for butter - Coconut oil is a healthier alternative to butter, as it is rich in healthy fats and has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Substitute almond milk for buttermilk - Almond milk is a plant-based milk alternative that is lactose-free and lower in calories than buttermilk, making it a healthier option.
Orange Ginger Scones Replace the ground ginger with 1 tablespoon of orange zest and add 1/4 teaspoon of orange extract to the buttermilk mixture.
Clootie Dumpling: A traditional Scottish dessert made with a spiced fruit mixture wrapped in a cloth and boiled in water. This warm and comforting dessert pairs perfectly with the spicy scones of Edinburgh.
Tipsy Laird: A classic Scottish dessert made with whisky-soaked sponge cake layered with raspberries and cream. It is a perfect accompaniment to Clootie Dumpling, bringing out the sweetness of the fruit and the warmth of the whisky.
FAQ
Q: What type of flour should I use? A: You should use self-rising flour for this recipe.Q: What is the best way to store flour? A: Flour should be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
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Fun facts:
The recipe for Scones of Edinburgh has been enjoyed by the Royal family for centuries. It is said that Queen Victoria enjoyed them with her afternoon tea.
The recipe was also the favorite of the legendary Scottish poet and lyricist Robert Burns who wrote a poem praising the scones of Edinburgh.