Savory Cheese and Herb Scones
Deliciously flaky scones infused with cheese and fresh herbs, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (2 cups) all-purpose flour
- (1 tablespoon) baking powder
- (1/2 teaspoons) salt
- (1/4 teaspoons) black pepper
- (1/2 cups) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- (1 cup) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- (1/4 cups) chopped fresh chives
- (1/4 cups) chopped fresh parsley
- (3/4 cups) milk
- (1) large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200 °C).
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 2/4 teaspoon salt.
- 3
Add 1/2 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Stir in 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley until evenly distributed.
- 5
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in 3/4 cup milk. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- 6
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together. Pat it into a 1-inch thick round disc.
- 7
Cut the disc into 8 wedges and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 8
Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg to give them a golden color while baking.
- 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
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