Humous Scones (Printer-friendly)
Savory scones infused with creamy hummus—tender, flaky, and ideal for brunch or a savory snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/3 cup hummus, store-bought or homemade
06 - 1/3 cup milk, dairy or plant-based
07 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
08 - 1 large egg
→ Optional Add-ins
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
10 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - Add the cold cubed butter to the dry mixture. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the texture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the hummus, milk, and egg until smooth and well combined.
05 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overworking the dough to keep the scones tender.
06 - Gently fold in chopped herbs, crumbled feta, and toasted sesame seeds if desired, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
07 - Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 1-inch thick round. Using a 2.5-inch round cutter, cut out scones and place them on the prepared tray. Gather and re-roll scraps to cut additional scones.
08 - Optionally brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle with extra sesame seeds or herbs for a golden finish.
09 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the scones are risen and golden brown on top.
10 - Allow the scones to cool slightly on the tray before serving warm with extra hummus or a tangy yogurt dip.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The hummus does double duty, adding richness and a subtle savoury depth that makes these scones feel almost fancy without any extra effort.
- They come together in one bowl with ingredients you probably already have, which means no special shopping trip and no stress.
02 -
- Overworking the dough is the fastest way to tough scones, so stop mixing the second things come together even if it looks a bit shaggy.
- Using hummus that is heavily flavored with garlic or roasted pepper will change the personality of the scone entirely, which can be wonderful but might surprise you.
03 -
- Pop the tray of shaped scones into the fridge for ten minutes before baking, as this firms the butter back up and gives you a dramatically better rise.
- Push the cutter straight down without twisting, because twisting seals the edges and prevents them from climbing upward in the oven.