Tattie Scone Recipe
Introduction
Tattie scones are a traditional Scottish dish made from potatoes, flour, and butter. They are often served alongside a cooked breakfast or as a snack on their own. The scones are easy to make and can be enjoyed hot or cold. Here is a simple recipe to make tattie scones at home.Ingredients
To make tattie scones, you will need the following ingredients:- 450g potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 50g butter
- 100g plain flour
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Follow these simple instructions to make tattie scones:- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 20 minutes or until they are soft.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them using a potato masher or fork.
- Add the butter to the mashed potatoes and stir until it has melted and is well combined.
- Sift the flour into the potato mixture and season with salt and black pepper.
- Stir the mixture until it forms a dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it gently for a few minutes.
- Roll out the dough until it is about 1cm thick.
- Using a pastry cutter or a glass, cut the dough into rounds.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat.
- Cook the tattie scones for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining dough until all the tattie scones are cooked.
Nutrition
Tattie scones are a relatively healthy snack or side dish. Here is the nutritional information for one tattie scone:- Calories: 88
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fibre: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 63mg
Variations
Tattie scones can be adapted to suit your taste. Here are some variations to try:- Chive and onion tattie scones: Add chopped chives and onions to the dough mixture before rolling it out.
- Cheese tattie scones: Add grated cheese to the dough mixture before rolling it out.
- Spicy tattie scones: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the dough mixture for a spicy kick.
Serving Suggestions
Tattie scones can be served in a variety of ways. Here are some serving suggestions:- As a side dish with a cooked breakfast
- As a snack on their own
- As a base for a savoury topping, such as smoked salmon or scrambled eggs
- As a sandwich filling with cheese, ham, or tomato