Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour over the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
• Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, gently knead a few times to bring it together, and pat into an 8-inch circle.
• Cut the circle into 8 wedges and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.