Fluffy Easiyo Yoghurt Scones Recipe

The scones rise up nice and fluffy due to the yoghurt. The golden raisins lend a touch of sweetness. Try experimenting with other fruits instead of the raisins such as cherries and blueberries.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (225 g/2 cups) white all-purpose flour or fine wholemeal (wheat) flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 ounce (25 g/2 tablespoons) golden granulated sugar
• 2 ounces (50 g/1/4 cup) butter, cut into small pieces
• 3 ounces (75 g/1/2 cup) sultanas (white raisins) (optional)
• 4 to 5 fl ounces (125-150 ml/3/4 cup) natural yoghurt or smetana
• For the glaze:
• A little of the smetana or yoghurt
• Golden granulated sugar

Method

Preheat the oven to Gas No. 7 (425 degrees F./220 degrees C.).

Line a baking sheet with silicone or parchment paper. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (This can be done using the pulse action in a food processor, or in a mixer.) Turn into a bowl, stir in the sultanas, make a well and add the Easiyo yoghurt, then mix with a knife to a soft non-sticky dough. Turn it out on to a lightly floured board and knead gently for 30 seconds to smooth the underside. Roll out the dough 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick and cut it into 10-12 rounds with a pastry-cutter.

Place the scones on the baking sheet and brush with yoghurt . Scatter with sugar and bake for 12-15 minutes, until they begin to brown on the top. Cool and then eat or freeze (up to three months).

Yield: 10 to 12 scones.

Easiyo yogurts from Lawsons.

Easiyo Yogurt Reduced Fat Yoghurt Base

• EasiYo Reduced Fat is a plain yoghurt that is ideal for adults who are watching their waistlines or on a restricted fat diet. Reduced Fat provides a naturally good source of absorbable calcium, protein, vitamins and minerals.
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Easiyo Yogurt Sweet Vanilla Yoghurt Base

• Sweet Vanilla Flavour Real Yogurt Base & Culture 230g Each sachet makes a full litre of yoghurt. They contain Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacteria to keep you in good working order.
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Easiyo Yogurt Low Fat Strawberry Yoghurt Base

• Low Fat Strawberry Yoghurt Base 140gms makes 1 full litre of yoghurt. Flavoured yoghurts that are both low-fat and unsweetened.
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