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Rye Scones

Carol Scheck
Flaky, tall, lightly sweet scones-the rye flour adds depth of flavor. Perfect with butter & jam.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 medium scones

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup 50 g rye flour
  • 1 1/2 cup 180 g all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup 50 g granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick, 8 Tbsp unsalted butter, cold
  • 1/2 Tbsp molasses
  • 3/4 cup 177 mL whole milk
  • heavy cream to brush on top of scones

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Farenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Grate your butter with a cheese grater or cut into small pieces with a sharp knife. Pop the butter in the freezer while you prep the dry ingredients.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flours, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Add the cold grated butter and cut it in with a pastry cutter, until the butter is very small and the mixture has a slightly grainy texture.
  • Add the molasses and milk. Stir (you can use the pastry cutter, or a fork works well) until the mixture forms a ball and is well combined. Don't over mix.
  • Place the ball of dough on your baking sheet and use your hands to press it out into a circle, about 7 inches in diameter.
  • Brush a layer of heavy cream on top of the scones.
  • Use a large knife to cut the scones into 8 equal triangles.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Enjoy fresh with butter and jam!

Notes

1. Try swapping out the rye flour for another whole grain flour, such as whole wheat or spelt!
2. You can also top these with some coarse sugar or sugar in the raw, for a little extra sweetness.
3. If you can't finish them fresh, these freeze well.
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