Delicious and Fluffy Buttermilk Oatmeal Scones

These buttermilk oatmeal scones are fluffy, buttery, and perfect for breakfast or brunch. Packed with the goodness of oats, they have a tender crumb and a slight tang from the buttermilk. Enjoy them warm with a pat of butter or your favorite jam.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and beaten egg.
5. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently mix until just combined. If desired, stir in the raisins.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times to bring it together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
7. Shape the dough into a 1-inch thick round. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 8 wedges.
8. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
9. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.
10. Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool on a wire rack before serving.
11. Serve warm with butter or your favorite jam.

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