Savoury oat scones (Pogácsa)

These scones are for those who love tradition but are open to new textures. The addition of rolled oats not only adds more fibre to the dough but also lends a nutty, more distinct flavour. Since oats absorb a lot of moisture, handling the dough requires slightly different attention than the pure wheat flour version.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 1 hr 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 340 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Rolling pin
  • Scone cutter (round cutter)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Cereals containing gluten
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Dissolve the sugar in the lukewarm milk, crumble in the yeast, and let it bloom for 10 minutes.

Tip: The yeast indicates when it's ready: the top of the liquid will become frothy.
2

Mix the flour with the oats and salt, then rub in the cold butter until crumbly.

Tip: The oat fibres will absorb moisture later, so don't be alarmed if the dough seems softer at first.
3

Add the egg, sour cream, half of the cheese and the yeast milk. Knead into a pliable dough.

Tip: Work quickly so the butter doesn't melt from the warmth of your hands.
4

Cover and prove for 40 minutes, then roll out, sprinkle with the remaining cheese, and fold (top down, bottom up, sides to middle).

Tip: Folding (laminating) creates the layers.
5

Rest for 20 minutes, then roll out to 2 cm thickness. Cut out circles, brush with egg, and sprinkle with oats.

Tip: The egg not only gives shine but also acts as glue for the topping.
6

Bake in an oven at 180°C for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Tip: Cool on a wire rack so the bottom doesn't get soggy from condensation.

Recipe FAQ

The scones turned out too hard.
Oats absorb more liquid than flour. Next time, add a little more milk or sour cream.

Ingredients

  • 400 g Plain flour
  • 100 g Rolled oats (fine)
  • 200 g Butter (cold)
  • 150 g Sour cream
  • 25 g Fresh yeast
  • 1 tsp Granulated sugar
  • 100 ml Milk (lukewarm)
  • 1 pc Egg
  • 100 g Grated cheese
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 pc Egg (for glazing)
  • 20 g Oats (for sprinkling)