Description
These Wild Garlic Vegan Scones are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with fresh, aromatic wild garlic! The speckled green flecks add a beautiful visual appeal and a deliciously herby flavor. Their rustic, flaky texture makes them the perfect savory addition to an Easter brunch, springtime gathering, or as a side for soups and salads!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup cold vegan butter (cubed)
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk (oat, soy, or almond)
- 1/2 cup fresh wild garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional, for extra cheesy flavor)
For Brushing (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon plant-based milk
- Extra chopped wild garlic for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and nutritional yeast (if using).
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Cut in the Butter
- Add cold vegan butter and rub it into the flour with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add Wild Garlic & Liquid
- Stir in chopped wild garlic.
- Mix plant-based milk and lemon juice in a small bowl (this creates a vegan buttermilk effect).
- Pour into the dry mixture and mix until just combined.
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Shape & Cut
- Transfer dough onto a floured surface and gently pat into a ¾-inch thick disc.
- Cut into 6–8 wedges or use a round cutter for traditional scones.
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Bake
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops with plant-based milk and sprinkle with extra wild garlic.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Cool & Serve
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Notes
- No Wild Garlic? Substitute with chives, green onions, or spinach + minced garlic.
- Make It Cheesier: Add vegan cheese shreds for an extra savory twist.
- Storage: Best eaten fresh but can be stored for 2 days or frozen for up to a month.
- Serving Idea: Delicious with vegan butter, hummus, or a bowl of soup!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Bread, Savory Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan, Spring, Easter
