Cheese and Herb Scones
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Instructions:
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mixing Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Incorporating Butter:
- Add the cubed butter to the dry ingredients.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Adding Cheese and Herbs:
- Stir in the shredded cheese and chopped chives or parsley.
- Mixing Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined.
- Combining Ingredients:
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk mixture.
- Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Shaping the Scones:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times until it comes together.
- Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
- Finishing:
- Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 380mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 23g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 7g
Intensity:
- Preparation Intensity: Low
- Cooking Intensity: Low
- Overall Intensity: Low
Enjoy these delicious Cheese and Herb Scones, perfect for breakfast or as a savory snack!
