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Irish Soda Bread Scones
My Irish Soda Bread Scones are quick, hearty, and authentic—made with pantry staples and ready in 45 minutes for easy sweet or savory meals.
👥 8 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 45 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Gemma Stafford📖 biggerbolderbaking
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- baking sheet
- oven
- bowl
- blender
- whisk
📝 Preparation Steps
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To Make Irish Soda Bread Scones
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
3
In a large bowl combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and orange zest.
4
Rub the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingers until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
5
Whisk the egg and buttermilk together in a small bowl, then stir into the flour mixture.
(10 oz/284 g) all-purpose flour2 cupslarge egg1Egg wash
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Mix the dough very lightly until it just comes together, then transfer to the prepared baking sheet and shape into 7 inch (18 cm) disk, about 1-inch (3 cm) high.
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Cut into 8 wedges, giving about 1 inch of space between each scone. Brush the tops only with egg wash.
(10 oz/284 g) all-purpose flour2 cupslarge egg1Egg wash
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To Bake Irish Soda Bread Scones
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Bake for ⏱️ 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to let cool before serving.
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Scones are best eaten the day they are baked served with butter and jam. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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