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The Ultimate Cheese Scones Recipe

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These Ultimate Cheese Scones are a delightful, savory treat perfect for breakfast, teatime, or as a tasty snack. Made with a blend of self-raising flour, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of mustard and cayenne pepper, these scones come out tender and fluffy with a golden crust. Simple to prepare, they combine classic British baking with an irresistible cheesy flavor, making them a favorite for all ages.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 scones

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 250 g (2 cups) Self-Raising Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Mustard Powder (optional)
  • Pinch of Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • 75 g (2 ⅔ oz) Cold Butter, cubed
  • 150 g (1 ¼ cups) Cheddar Cheese, grated (mild or strong)
  • 125 ml (4 ¼ floz) Milk
  • 1 Large Egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking powder, salt, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper. This will ensure a light scone with balanced flavors.
  3. Add Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Rub the butter into the flour mixture using your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs. This step is crucial for a flaky texture.
  4. Incorporate Cheese: Stir in the grated cheddar cheese evenly throughout the breadcrumb mixture to distribute the cheesy flavor in every bite.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: Beat the egg into the milk and then pour this liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Using a knife or spoon, gently mix until just combined to form a soft dough. Avoid overworking to keep the scones tender.
  6. Shape Scones: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat or roll the dough out to about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out scones and place them spaced evenly on the baking tray.
  7. Bake: Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they have risen nicely and turned golden brown on top.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the scones from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, jam, or your favorite spreads.

Notes

  • Use cold butter to ensure the scones are light and flaky.
  • Feel free to substitute cheddar with any cheese of your choice, mild or strong, depending on taste preference.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones.
  • For a spicier flavor, increase the cayenne pepper slightly or add a pinch of black pepper.
  • Scones are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/the-ultimate-cheese-scones-recipe/