Description
Homemade cheese scones deliver a delightful British bakery experience with golden, flaky perfection. Sharp cheddar and tender crumb invite warm comfort, making these classic treats an irresistible companion for afternoon tea or a quick breakfast indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese (Old Canadian if possible)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) extra shredded cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold butter
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare oven by heating to 425°F, ensuring optimal temperature for golden, crisp scones.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients – creating a uniform base for the scones.
- Using fingertips, gently incorporate cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Fold in grated cheese, distributing it evenly throughout the crumbly mixture.
- Pour milk into the dry ingredients, stirring carefully until a soft, slightly sticky dough emerges.
- Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently shape into a compact square approximately 2 cm thick.
- Using a sharp knife or pastry cutter, divide the dough into uniform rounds or square shapes.
- Arrange scones on a prepared baking tray, leaving slight space between each piece.
- Sprinkle additional cheese on top of each scone for extra flavor and golden-brown finish.
- Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, watching for a rich golden color and crisp edges.
Notes
- Chill all ingredients beforehand to ensure a flakier, more tender scone texture.
- Grate cheese directly from the fridge to prevent melting and maintain distinct cheese pockets in the dough.
- Handle the dough minimally to keep scones light and prevent developing tough gluten strands.
- For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend and add xanthan gum for better binding.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12-15 mins
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 1529 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg