Buttermilk Scones

Total Time

30 Minutes

Servings

8

Ingredients

• 3 cups plain flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup butter, melted
• 1 1/4 cups buttermilk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 220°C.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Add butter and buttermilk; stir until a soft dough is formed.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and press dough into a rectangle about 3/4 inch thick and 4 inches wide. Cut into 8 even sized pieces.
4. Place the scones on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake at 220°C for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.