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Easy Irish Soda Bread Scones

These Easy Irish Soda Bread Scones are quick to make, featuring the tender texture of scones and the quick rise of soda bread, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Irish
Servings 8 scones
Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes Keep cold for best texture
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons lemon or orange zest To taste

Mix-Ins and Toppings

  • 2/3 to 3/4 cup currants or raisins Can be substituted with chocolate chips
  • 1 egg for egg wash (plus 1 tablespoon of water) Optional for brushing
  • Turbinado sugar for sprinkling Optional; can substitute with brown or white sugar

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add the cold butter cubes and cut into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces.
  • Stir in the currants or raisins and citrus zest until evenly mixed.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly with the buttermilk and vanilla.
  • Pour the wet mix into the dry ingredients and stir gently until the dough just comes together; do not overmix.

Shaping and Baking

  • Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a round disk about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick.
  • Press the disk to approximately 7–8 inches across and cut into 8 wedges.
  • Place wedges on the prepared baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with turbinado sugar if desired.
  • Bake for 12–16 minutes, until golden on top and set in the center; a toothpick should come out mostly clean.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with butter and jam, or as a sandwich base with ham and cheese. Store in an airtight container; can also freeze for up to 3 months.
Keyword Irish Soda Bread Scones, Quick Baking, Scones