Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups quick-cooking oats
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup butter-flavored shortening
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar (Optional)
Why This Recipe Is A Favorite
Helpful Tips For Cooking
- Handle the dough gently and avoid overmixing to keep the scones light and tender.
- Brush the tops with a little milk or cream before baking for a golden, shiny finish.
Step 1
Warm your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to keep the scones from sticking. In a big bowl, mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg. Then, cut in the shortening until the mixture looks crumbly with just a few small chunks left. Pour in the buttermilk and vanilla extract, stirring everything until it just comes together into a dough.
Step 2
Shape the dough into scones about 3 inches wide and an inch thick, and place them on your prepared baking sheet. Pop them in the oven and bake until they turn golden brown, which usually takes around 15 to 20 minutes. Once they’re out of the oven, let them cool for about 5 minutes before sprinkling a little powdered sugar on top. Enjoy!
