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Cheese Scones Recipe

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These Cheese Scones are a delightful, buttery baked treat filled with sharp cheddar and fresh chives, perfect for breakfast, as a side dish, or a savory snack. Crispy golden on the outside, soft and flavorful inside, they bring a comforting Southern-American twist to your table.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup salted or unsalted butter, frozen
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 1/4 cup buttermilk or whole milk
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided use
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Topping

  • 2 Tbsp butter, melted (for brushing tops and after baking)

Instructions

  1. Freeze Butter and Prepare Oven: Freeze the butter ahead of time. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper using a whisk to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
  3. Add Butter: Shred the frozen butter using a box grater on the medium side. Incorporate the shredded butter into the flour mixture with a fork until the butter is evenly distributed and coated in flour, creating a crumbly texture.
  4. Add Cheese and Chives: Add 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and the chopped fresh chives to the flour and butter mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat these ingredients evenly with the flour mixture.
  5. Combine with Buttermilk: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the buttermilk and gradually mix with a rubber spatula until the dough is just combined and fully absorbed. Toward the end, use your hands to gently bring the dough together, being careful not to overwork it.
  6. Shape the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured, nonstick surface. Gently turn it a couple of times to bring it together and lightly coat with flour just enough to prevent sticking. Shape the dough into an 8 to 10-inch circle about 3/4-inch thick.
  7. Cut and Prepare for Baking: Using a sharp knife dipped in flour, cut the dough circle into wedges. Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese reserved for topping.
  8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the scones for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Finish and Serve: Remove the scones from the oven and brush the tops with additional melted butter. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, cheesy flavor and flaky texture or cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Freezing the butter helps create a flaky texture in the scones.
  • Use cold buttermilk or milk to prevent melting the butter prematurely.
  • Cayenne pepper is optional and adds a subtle heat to the scones; omit if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep the scones tender and flaky.
  • Use sharp cheddar cheese for a strong and balanced cheesy flavor.
  • Scones are best served fresh but can be reheated briefly in the oven.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Bread, Breakfast, Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Southern

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/cheese-scones-recipe/