Currant Scones from La Provence in Beverly Hills

Name: Currant Scones from La Provence in Beverly Hills
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 ¾ cups bread flour (1 pound, 10 ounces); 1 cup sugar (6.4 ounces); 1 ¾ teaspoons baking soda; 1 ¾ tablespoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup butter, cold (1 1/2 sticks); 3 eggs, divided; 1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract; ¾ cup buttermilk; 34 lb black currants, dried (about 2 1/2 cups); 2 tablespoons milk

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
3
Cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly.
4
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 of the eggs, the vanilla and buttermilk.
5
Pour the buttermilk mixture over the dry ingredients, and stir together to evenly distribute.
6
(The dough will be crumbly.)
7
Stir in the currants.
8
Pour the mixture onto a lightly floured cutting board, and gently knead to form a cohesive mass.
9
Be careful not to overmix, or the dough will be tough.
10
Scoop the scones using a large (4-ounce) scoop onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, or divide the dough into 14 portions (each portion will be about one-half cup), leaving 3 inches between each.
11
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining egg with the milk to form an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each of the scones.
12
Bake the scones until puffed, lightly browned and a toothpick inserted comes out clean, about 30 minutes, rotating halfway through baking for even coloring.
13
Remove to a rack and cool slightly before serving.

1549

kcal

Calories

Fat

180

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 ¾ cups bread flour (1 pound, 10 ounces), 1 cup sugar (6.4 ounces), 1 ¾ teaspoons baking soda, 1 ¾ tablespoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Currant Scones from La Provence in Beverly Hills falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Currant Scones from La Provence in Beverly Hills

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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