Scones are a classic breakfast pastry, and they can be made with a variety of ingredients. This recipe for cheddar scones is delicious and savory. The scones are made with cheddar cheese, garlic, and onion, and they are served with a simple egg wash. They are perfect for breakfast or brunch, and they can be enjoyed warm or cold. ..
Cheese Scones
These cheddar cheese scones are so delicious! With an unbeatable texture and the perfect flavor combination, you’ll have a hard time resisting these. This savory scones recipe is so easy to make, it’ll become an instant favorite. Eat them up in the mornings, or serve them with soup. No matter what time of day, everyone will love them!
How to Make Cheddar Scones
First, gather all of your ingredients. Start with the dry ingredients and mix them in a food processor. Then, add the butter and pulse. In a large bowl, add your wet ingredients and mix until well combined and until the dough forms. Then, add in the grated cheese. Shape the dough into triangle shapes and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Then, place scones in the freezer to chill for at least 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven. When the oven is fully preheated and the dough is chilled, brush the scones with egg wash and then bake until golden brown. Allow the scones to cool completely before enjoying them!
Ingredient Notes
Flour: Gives the scones structure — make sure to measure using the spoon and level method. Cornstarch: Makes the scones extra light and fluffy. Baking Powder: Helps the scones rise and become super light and crumbly – I know 1 tablespoon sounds like a lot, but trust me!Salt: Enhances the flavor and sweetness of the scones. Cold Butter: The key to great scones! Make sure the butter is very cold – I like to leave it in the fridge until the minute I’m ready to use it. Heavy Cream: Adds richness and moisture to the scones. You can substitute buttermilk if you prefer, but lower fat milks are not recommended. Egg: Helps bind the scone dough together. Cheddar Cheese: Creates a delicious, savory scone! I like to shred my own, but you can also use pre-shredded.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
The number one top for making the perfect scones is to ensure you keep the dough as cold as possible before they go into the oven. This will make sure they rise correctly. Also, if you place the scones side-by-side, this will force them to rise instead of spreading out. I hope you love these delicious and savory cheddar scones! Have you ever made scones before? I’d love to hear how they turned out! Let me know in the comments below—and please rate and review too! You can also freeze unbaked scones. Freeze the scones in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet until solid, about 1-2 hours. Then, transfer to an airtight container or Ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen, adding 3-5 minutes to the final bake time.
½ cup diced cooked bacon ½ cup caramelized onions ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes or pitted olives 2 tablespoons scallions and/or dill
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