SnackSide Dish

Cheese Scones

Name: Cheese Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: british
Ingredients: 250 g all-purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 50 g unsalted butter cold, cubed; 100 g cheddar cheese grated; 120 ml milk cold; 1 pcs egg beaten (optional)

These savory cheese scones are a delightful snack, perfect for an afternoon tea or a quick bite. They are flaky on the outside with a tender, cheesy interior, and best served warm.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 30 min
Serves: 8
Difficulty: Easy
Per serving: 225 kcal

Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

250 gall-purpose flour
2 tspbaking powder
0.5 tspsalt
50 gunsalted butter, cold, cubed
100 gcheddar cheese, grated
120 mlmilk, cold

for glaze

1 pcsegg, beaten(optional)

Equipment

scone cutter · large bowl · wire rack · baking sheet · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and lightly flour a baking sheet.
About 5 min
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined for even rising.
3
Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Work quickly to keep the butter cold, which helps create a flaky texture.
4
Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, reserving a small amount for sprinkling on top if desired.
About 1 min
5
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold milk. Mix with a butter knife or your hands until a soft, shaggy dough forms.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Do not overmix; just combine until no dry flour remains.
6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat or roll it to about 2 cm (¾ inch) thickness.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Avoid kneading the dough to maintain tenderness.
7
Using a 6 cm (2.5 inch) round cutter, cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Push the cutter straight down without twisting for best rise.
8
Brush the tops of the scones with beaten egg if using, and sprinkle with any reserved cheese.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: The egg wash gives a golden-brown finish.
9
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and well risen.
About 15 min
10
Transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving warm.

Per serving

Nutrition

54%Score

Calories: 225.3kcal
Protein: 7.6g
Carbs: 25.1g
Fat: 10.3g
Fibre: 0.8g
Sugar: 1g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover cheese scones in an airtight container at room temperature.

Reheating

Reheat in a preheated oven at 160°C (325°F) for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through.