Q: Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?
A: Yes, but reduce the additional salt in the recipe accordingly.
Q: Is it necessary to sift the flour and baking powder?
A: Sifting helps to aerate the mixture and distribute the baking powder evenly, resulting in a lighter texture.
Q: Can I add cheese to this recipe?
A: Absolutely! Cheese can add a nice flavor. Just fold in grated cheese when you add the bacon and scallions.
Q: How do I know when the scones are done baking?
A: They should be golden brown on the outside and the bottom should sound hollow when tapped.
Scallion and Bacon Scones
Notes
Ingredients:
- 200g All-Purpose Flour
- 15g Granulated Sugar
- 3g Salt
- 5g Baking Powder
- 50g Butter (cold, unsalted)
- 40g Egg Liquid
- 65g Light Cream
- 100g Bacon (chopped)
- 10g Scallions (chopped)
- Gather all ingredients. The butter does not need to be softened.
- Sift together flour and baking powder into a large bowl.
- Add sugar, salt, and cold butter to the flour mixture.
- Mix by hand until the butter is blended and the mixture resembles moist crumbs.
- Combine egg liquid and light cream, then pour into the flour mixture.
- Mix until evenly combined.
- Add the chopped bacon and scallions.
- Fold and press the mixture until it forms a dough. Do not over-knead to prevent gluten development.
- Divide the dough into two rounds.
- Cut each round into 6 pieces.
- Place the pieces on a baking tray.
- Brush with remaining egg liquid.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Enjoy warm, with a crisp exterior and soft interior.
- Rich in carbohydrates and fats
- Contains protein from eggs and bacon
- Source of dietary fiber from scallions
