Irish Buttermilk Scones

Description
These scones are the perfect complement to morning coffee or afternoon tea. Serve scones hot with your favorite jam. Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
 * ⅓ cup whole wheat flour
 * 2 tablespoons sugar
 * 1 teaspoon baking powder
 * ½ teaspoon baking soda
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * 1 cup currants
 * 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
 * 1 large egg, beaten
 * ¾ cup buttermilk
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

Directions

 * 1) Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
 * 2) Coat baking sheet with cooking oil spray.
 * 3) Mix all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.
 * 4) Add currants and caraway seeds.
 * 5) Whisk egg, buttermilk and butter in a separate bowl.
 * 6) Add this mixture to the dry ingredients.
 * 7) Mix well until a fluffy, moist dough is formed.
 * 8) Place dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll out lightly until dough is 1-inch thick.
 * 9) Cut out 2-inch diameter circles from the dough.
 * 10) Glaze scones with egg or milk and place on the baking sheet, 2-3 inches apart.
 * 11) Bake for 20 minutes or until scones are light brown on top.