These tender, golden and moist raisin scones make a perfect excuse for a cup of coffee or tea. Whole wheat flour gives these cake-like texture scones a fibrous boost whereas enough butter flavors them nicely without going an extra mile on calories.
RecipeSavants.comThese tender, golden and moist raisin scones make a perfect excuse for a cup of coffee or tea. Whole wheat flour gives these cake-like texture scones a fibrous boost whereas enough butter flavors them nicely without going an extra mile on calories. Smart Recipes, European Recipes, Dairy Recipes, RecipesDairyEuropeanSaffron & Raisin SconesPT45MServes 8
Ingredients:
0.5 Teaspoon Saffron Threads0.75 Cup Buttermilk0.5 Teaspoon Salt1 Zest Of One Large Lemon0.5 Teaspoon Ground Cumin2 Tablespoons Sugar0.5 Cup Raisins6 Tablespoons Butter1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice4 Teaspoons Baking Powder2 Cups Whole Wheat FlourPreheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet.Place the saffron threads and lemon juice in a small bowl and keep aside for about 20 minutes. Sift together flour, baking powder, cumin and salt in a large bowl. With a pastry cutter, cut in the butter till a coarse crumb like mixture is formed. Stir in lemon zest and raisins.Mix the buttermilk in the bowl of saffron mixture till well combined. Add the buttermilk mixture into flour mixture and mix till dough is formed. Transfer the dough onto a floured smooth surface and roll into a 9-inch circle. Carefully, cut the rolled dough into 8 equal sized wedges with a floured knife. Arrange the dough wedges onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or till top becomes golden brown. Remove from the oven and keep onto a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm.
Why not impress your family and guests with this no-fail recipe for savory scones? They are satisfyingly crunchy on the outside, and tender & flaky on the inside. Each scrumptious bite is loaded with cheese and a hint of savory mustard and thyme. Serve them as is or for making unique breakfast sandwiches.
These heavenly scones are delicate and soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. The mixture of butter, cheese, mustard and heavy cream really melts in your mouth. If you are a novice cook and looking for easy recipes for beginners, then look no futher.
These heavenly scones will make dessert divine. Ball up a raisin dough, divide, cut into wedges and bake. In less than an hour, you will have a decadent treat. Partner with warm tea for an enjoyable nightcap.
Have a nice sweet and tart scone with your tea whenever you like with this recipe. Make these biscuit-like desserts ahead of time and continue eating them for the rest of the week.
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