Herbal Twist: Basil Scones Recipe

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The Basil Scones recipe brings a delightful herbal twist to your afternoon tea. It’s crafted with herb de provence. This is a mix of thyme, basil, rosemary, tarragon, savory, marjoram, and oregano. The mix is from French cuisine and gives the scones a special taste.

It’s crucial to use cold ingredients like frozen butter and cream. This ensures the scones are flaky and tender. They come out golden outside, light and flaky inside. After shaping the dough into a disk and chilling, it’s cut into wedges and baked. Enjoy them with butter or jam for extra yum.

For those who’d love to try Lemon Basil Scones, they offer a fresh twist. They blend lemon’s zest with the herbal notes of basil. These scones are ideal for a lazy Sunday breakfast or afternoon tea. Plus, make them ahead to enjoy anytime during the week.

Ingredients and Instructions for Basil Scones

For flaky golden scones, try this wonderful basil scone recipe. It includes the aromatic herb de provence blend, making them perfect for tea or breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of pastry flour (or self-rising or all-purpose flour as alternatives)
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of dried herb de provence
• 8 tablespoons of frozen butter (grated)
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream (plus 1 tablespoon for brushing)
• 1 lightly beaten egg

Instructions:

1. Mix the flour, herb de provence, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
2. Add the frozen butter. Use a pastry cutter to blend it in until it looks like coarse sand.
3. In another bowl, mix the heavy cream and beaten egg. Then add to the flour mix. Stir until the dough is just combined.
4. Shape the dough into a disc and chill for 30-40 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
5. Cut the dough into wedges, brush with cream, and bake for 15-20 minutes until they’re golden brown.
6. After baking, let the scones rest on a baking sheet for a minute or two. Then, cool them on a wire rack.

Enjoy the fantastic tastes of these basil scones. The herb de provence blend makes them stand out. With buttery, delicate crumbs and flaky texture, these scones will make your tea time amazing. Perfect when warm with butter or your favourite jam.

Lemon Basil Scones with Anise Undertones

Try our special Lemon Basil Scones for a tasty citrus and herb mix. They blend the zesty taste of lemon with the sweet smell of basil. Plus, you get a hint of anise from the lemon basil leaves. They’re made from flour, sugar, baking powder, soda, salt, lemon zest, butter, juice, cream, and fresh basil. It’s a fresh take on traditional scones.

To make the dough, first cut cold butter into the dry mix until it’s like coarse crumbs. Then mix in lemon juice and cream to get a soft dough. Shape this dough into a disc, cut into triangles, and sugar the top for sweetness.

Bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes. They should be slightly golden and soft inside. Top each scone with a zesty lemon glaze made from butter, powdered sugar, and lemon juice.

These scones are perfect for a lazy Sunday breakfast. But they’re also great for busy mornings. Make them ahead and grab one to start your day with a smile. They bring a bit of sunshine to your morning routine.

Check out our Lemon Basil Scones recipe. Enjoy the mix of tangy lemon, sweet basil, and anise in every bite. These scones could quickly become your new favourite breakfast treat to enjoy all week.