How To Make Cheddar Scones
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Add the cold butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
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Pour in the milk and stir until the dough comes together.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times until it is smooth. Do not overmix.
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Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle and cut into 8 wedges.
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Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
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Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
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Allow the scones to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 315kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 9g
- Cholesterol : 75mg
- Sodium : 582mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 34g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugars : 1g
- Protein : 10g
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