Potato Scones: Soft scones made from potatoes.
Potato Scones, known as tattie scones in Scotland, are a comforting, traditional Scottish breakfast item and tea accompaniment. These soft, griddled scones combine mashed potatoes with flour, butter, and baking powder to create a tender, lightly browned flatbread that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side. Potato Scones are versatile and can be served with a variety of toppings such as butter, jam, or cheese, and are often paired with eggs, bacon, and sausages as part of a hearty breakfast.
Delve into the warmth of your granny's kitchen with these comforting Potato Scones brought to you by Lauren's Cravings. This recipe captures the essence of a cherished family favorite, infusing your mornings with the taste of nostalgia. Perfect for breakfast or as a side dish, these scones will transport you back to the comforting clatter of china and the affectionate scents of home cooking. Let's bring those memories to life!
Ingredients:
- 1 large potato
- Salted water (for boiling)
- Butter (quantity as desired for mashing and cooking)
- A dash of cream (optional)
- Self-raising flour (half the weight of the cooked potato)
- White pepper (for seasoning)
- Extra flour (for rolling out dough)
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes per batch
Total Time: 30 minutes + additional batches
Equipment: Potato peeler, knife, cutting board, pot, potato ricer or masher, rolling pin, cookie cutter (or knife), frying pan
Servings: Varies depending on size of scones
Instructions:
1. Peel your potato, chop it into even pieces, and boil in salted water until soft and fully cooked.
2. Drain the potatoes well and mash them while still hot. Using a potato ricer can yield smoother results, but a masher works fine too.
3. Mix in a generous knob of butter into the hot mash, allowing it to melt thoroughly. If you choose, add a dash of cream for extra richness.
4. Measure your self-raising flour, using half the weight of your mashed potato. Incorporate this flour into your mash.
5. Season the dough with white pepper, adjusting to your taste.
6. On a floured surface, gently combine the mixture until dough forms. Then roll out the dough to a half-centimeter thickness.
7. Cut the dough into your preferred shapes, using either a cookie cutter or simply slicing into triangles or squares.
8. Preheat a frying pan with a small knob of butter over a medium to high heat.
9. Place your scones in the pan, and cook for roughly five minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip them and cook for another four minutes on the other side.
10. Repeat with the remaining dough, adding more butter to the pan as required.
11. Serve the potato scones warm with additional butter, preserves, or as an accompaniment to a savory meal.
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure your potatoes are well-drained to prevent a soggy dough.
- Be gentle when mixing the flour; overworking can make the scones tough.
- If the scones are browning too quickly, lower the heat slightly to ensure they cook through without burning.
Attribution: Enjoy this treasured recipe from laurenscravings at their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@laurenscravings
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