Here’s a classic Cheese Scone recipe—light, fluffy, buttery, and loaded with savory cheese. These are perfect warm with butter or served alongside soup.
🧀 Classic Cheese Scones
Ingredients (makes 8–10 scones)
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional but great)
- ¼ tsp dry mustard powder (optional—boosts cheese flavor)
- 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- ¾ cup milk (or ½ milk + ½ cream for richer scones)
- 1 egg (optional, for brushing)
🥣 Instructions
1. Preheat
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Mustard powder (if using)
3. Add butter
- Rub the cold butter into the flour with fingertips until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
(You can also pulse in a food processor.)
4. Add cheese
- Stir in the grated cheddar.
5. Add milk
- Pour in the milk and mix gently until the dough just comes together.
- Do not overwork—this keeps scones tender.
If dough is too sticky, add a sprinkle of flour.
6. Shape
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface.
- Pat into a round about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges or use a round cutter for classic scones.
7. Top & bake
- Transfer to baking sheet.
- Brush tops with egg or milk (optional).
- Sprinkle extra cheese on top.
Bake 12–15 minutes until risen and golden.
🧈 Serve
Best eaten warm with:
- Butter
- Chive butter
- Tomato chutney
- Or just as they are!
🌟 Tips
- Use very cold butter for maximum flakiness.
- Don’t twist the cutter—press straight down to help them rise evenly.
- Add-ins: chopped chives, smoked paprika, or a little parmesan.
- Using extra-sharp cheddar gives the strongest flavor.
If you want, I can give you fluffy English-style scones, cheddar & chive scones, or a gluten-free version!
