Biscones

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.

2. 2

   Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Work the butter into the dry mixture using a fork, pastry cutter, or your fingertips until it resembles coarse, pea-sized crumbs. Pour in the buttermilk and stir just until the dough comes together.

3. 3

   Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1/2 inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut the circle in half, then continue cutting to yield 8 equal wedges. Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet.

4. 4

   Bake until the biscones are golden brown on the edges and bottom, approximately 20 minutes.