Irish Soda Bread Scones

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375u00b0; butter a 10-inch diameter circle in the center of a baking sheet.

2. 2

   In a big bowl, stir the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, caraway seeds, and salt.

3. 3

   Cut the butter into 1/2 inch cubes and distribute them over the flour mixture.

4. 4

   Using a pastry blender, cut in the butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, stir the buttermilk and egg together; add the buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture and stir to combine.

6. 6

   The dough will be sticky; with lightly floured hands, knead in the nuts and raisins until evenly distributed.

7. 7

   With lightly floured hands, pat the dough into a 9-inch diameter circle in the center of the prepared baking sheet.

8. 8

   Brush the egg yolk mixture over the top and sides of the dough.

9. 9

   With a serrated knife, cut into 8 wedges.

10. 10

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a pick comes out clean.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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