UTAH BUTTERMILK SCONES

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Buttermilk makes these classic Utah scones so delightful that you'll most likely eat too many. The texture is light and airy and the taste is delightful. It's a family favorite we eat often. Don't forget the honey butter-it's the perfect addition to the perfect scone. -Nichole Jones, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup warm buttermilk, (110° to 115°)
1 large egg, room temperature
3 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Oil for deep-fat frying
HONEY BUTTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In another large bowl, combine the buttermilk, egg, oil, sugar, salt, baking soda, yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat on medium until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; roll dough into a 16x8-in. rectangle. Cut into 24 rectangles. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest for 1 hour., In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry scones, a few at a time, until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels., For honey butter, in a large bowl, combine butter, honey, confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth. Spread on scones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.