Peel and finely grate the carrots. Mix flour, baking powder, sugar and 1 pinch of salt. Knead butter and carrots into the flour. Gradually mix in buttermilk. Wrap the dough in foil and let it rest in a cool place for about 1 hour
Roll out the dough on a floured work surface to a thickness of about 2 cm. Cut out 16 circles (each approx. 5 cm Ø), knead the dough again and roll out. Place circles on a baking tray lined with baking paper and bake in a preheated oven (electric range: 175 °C/ convection oven: 150 °C/ gas: see manufacturer) for approx. 20 minutes. Remove and let cool on a cake rack
Wash the chives, shake dry and cut into thin rings. Mix sour cream and chives and serve with the scones
Waiting time approx. 1 hour