Irish Soda Bread Scones (Printable)
Tender scones with currants and a golden crust, inspired by classic Irish soda bread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Add-ins
06 - 1/2 cup dried currants
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 1 cup cold buttermilk
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
→ For Brushing
10 - 2 tablespoons buttermilk
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - Stir in currants, ensuring even distribution throughout the flour mixture.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until combined.
05 - Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture. Gently stir with fork or spatula until soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Pat into 1-inch thick round. Cut into 8 wedges and arrange on prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
07 - Brush tops with buttermilk. Bake for 16-18 minutes until golden brown and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
08 - Cool slightly on baking sheet before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The dough comes together in under fifteen minutes with almost zero effort
- That tender crumb and golden crust will make you feel like a proper baker
02 -
- Overmixing will make your scones tough instead of tender, so stop as soon as the dough comes together
- Cold buttermilk is essential for the best texture and proper rise
03 -
- Work quickly once you add the wet ingredients to keep the dough cold
- Use a sharp knife and press straight down when cutting wedges for clean edges