Can You Freeze Potato Scones?

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Potato scones – also known as tattie scones in Scotland – are a taste sensation! When fried or oven-baked, they’re a delicious addition to a full Scottish breakfast but can just as easily be enjoyed on their own. But what’s the best way to preserve this tasty Scottish delicacy? Can you freeze potato scones? 

How to Freeze Potato Scones

Freezing potato scones is extremely easy. And while potato doesn’t freeze well in some instances, potato scones are pretty much made for the freezer!

Below are the steps that you need to take to freeze potato farls:

1. Flash Freeze
   If you have a fresh pack of potato scones that you want to freeze, drop them in the freezer as they are. However, if your potato scones are opened, you will need to flash freeze them so they don’t stick together.
   
   Line a tray with greaseproof paper and place your potato scones side by side. Then, add the tray to the freezer until the scones have frozen solid. 
2. Wrap
   Once your scones are frozen solid, you can wrap them in tin foil and place them in a freezer-safe bag, pressing as much air out as you can before sealing the bag. 
3. Label and Freeze
   Write today’s date, as well as the use-by date on the bag before placing the potato scones in the freezer.

3 Tips for Freezing Potato Scones

Now you know how to freeze them, we’ve got our 3 top tips which we strongly recommend following when freezing potato scones to have the best results:

Don’t Forget to Flash Freeze
The biggest problem with freezing potato scones is that they often stick together. Flash freezing them before bagging them up solves this issue, so it’s well worth the extra time it takes. 

Cook First
While it’s undoubtedly better to freeze uncooked potato scones, you can freeze those that have already been cooked. Just make sure you’ve allowed them sufficient time to cool first, as they will go soggy in the freezer if they retain any heat. 

Cook from Frozen
Potato scones can be cooked from frozen, whether you’re oven baking, grilling, or frying them. This saves you heaps of time when you’re preparing them for your morning breakfast, as you don’t need to worry about defrosting them in advance. 

How Long Can You Freeze Potato Scones?

You can freeze potato scones for around three months. Because the best tatties scones are found in Scotland, you can always stock up during your trip north of the border and freeze them when you get home (if you live down south, that is)!

This will save you from having to eat sub-standard potato scones and provide you with a decent supply as and when you want to enjoy this popular Scottish delicacy! 

You Can Freeze Potato Scones for up to 3 Months

How Do You Defrost Potato Scones?

As mentioned, you can cook potato scones from frozen. However, if you want to thaw them (as some people enjoy eating them just as they are), you can place them in the fridge to defrost overnight.

You can also defrost potato scones at room temperature if you prefer, which speeds up the process a little. We wouldn’t advise defrosting potato scones in the microwave, as you can potentially ruin the texture and cause them to go soggy.

Can You Refreeze Potato Scones?

Providing you’ve defrosted your potato scones in the fridge, you can freeze them with no issues. The same is true if you’ve cooked your potato scones and you have some leftovers.

However, if you’re refreezing potato scones, it’s best to use them within one month to make sure they retain much of their flavour and texture. 

Do Potato Scones Freeze Well?

Potato scones freeze extremely well. In fact, if you serve up previously frozen potato scones at breakfast, your family will struggle to tell the difference between them and those fresh out of the bakery.

Therefore, it’s always handy to have a pack of frozen potato scones on hand, so you can rustle up a traditional Scottish breakfast as and when you fancy one! 

Related FAQs

If you’ve still got questions about freezing potato scones or potato farls in general, then these may help:

Can You Freeze Potato Cakes?

Yes, you can freeze potato cakes. Potato cakes and scones tend to be fairly similar so the freezing method remains identical. Freeze them on a tray before placing them into a bag and then into the freezer.

How Long Do Potato Scones Last in the Fridge?

Potato scones will only last for a few days in the fridge, if that, before they begin to dry out. This is why being able to freeze potato farls successfully ensures none go to waste.