MacCinnamon Honey Scones
This particular scone is a flaky scone, crispy around the edges, with a more biscuit-like texture and flavor. With cinnamon sprinkled on top and a slight honey flavor, it’s a Highland favorite.
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup cold butter
1 egg, separated into the white and the yoke
3 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon water
Cinnamon sugar for sprinkling (or make it by mixing 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Using a pastry blender/ dough blender, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
In a small bowl, beat the egg yolk with the honey and buttermilk until blended. Add this to the flour mixture, blending lightly just until the mixture clings together.
With floured hands, lightly shape the dough into a flattened ball. Roll it out on a floured surface into a circle about ½ inch thick. Using a floured knife, cut into 8 to 12 wedges. Place on a greased or non-stick baking sheet, or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg white with the water. Brush the scones lightly with the egg white, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
Bake until golden brown (about 10 to 12 minutes), then serve warm.