Scottish Fruit-Filled Scones Recipe 🏴
Introduction:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Scotland with these addictive Scottish Fruit-Filled Scones! 🍇 Perfect for a quick breakfast, a comforting snack, or a delightful addition to any afternoon tea, these scones are bursting with sweet raisins and sultanas, all wrapped in a tender, buttery dough. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a batch of homemade scones ready to impress your family and friends.
Recipe Details:
- Name: Scottish Fruit-Filled Scones
- Category: Scones
- Keywords: Quick Breads, Breads, Lunch/Snacks, Grains, Fruit, Scottish, European, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
- Servings: 6
- Yield: 6 addictive scones
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 1/3 cups | Milk |
| 16 tbsp | Butter |
| 2/3 cup | Granulated sugar |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1 1/2 cups | Raisins |
| 1 cup | Sultanas |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 809.6
- Fat: 33.7g
- Saturated Fat: 20.8g
- Cholesterol: 89mg
- Sodium: 807.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 118.7g
- Fiber: 3.8g
- Sugar: 44.1g
- Protein: 11.8g
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl; stir to mix well.
- Add butter and cut in with a pastry cutter until the mixture looks like fine granules.
- Add granulated sugar, raisins, and sultanas, then mix.
- Add milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon, and stir with a fork until a soft dough forms.
- Form the dough into a ball, then place it on a lightly floured board and knead it 10 to 12 times.
- Roll out the dough to a flat shape between ¼ to ½ inch thick.
- Using a floured doughnut cutter, cut out 12 solid disks and 6 with a hole in the center.
- Place a solid disk on a greased cookie sheet.
- Place a disk with a hole on top and fill the hole with a generous amount of fruit.
- Cover with another solid disk and pinch the edges to seal.
- Re-roll and cut scraps, then repeat cutting until all the dough is used.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until the scones are medium brown on top.
- Transfer to a wire rack and cool before serving.
- Warning: The fruit filling can be very hot fresh from the oven, so always allow the scones to cool for a few minutes before eating.
Conclusion:
These Scottish Fruit-Filled Scones are sure to become a favorite in your household! Whether enjoyed warm from the oven with a dollop of clotted cream and a spoonful of jam or savored alongside a steaming cup of tea, they’re the perfect treat for any occasion. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to delight your taste buds with these irresistible scones straight from the heart of Scotland! 🏴
