Savory Cheese Herb Scones (Printable View)

Golden scones with sharp cheddar and fresh herbs, perfect for a flavorful breakfast or snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Cheese & Herbs

05 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 1/2 cup whole milk, cold
09 - 1/3 cup heavy cream, cold
10 - 1 large egg
11 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

→ Topping

12 - 2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon milk for brushing

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
03 - Add cold cubed butter to dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or fingertips to blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Stir in grated cheddar, chives, and parsley evenly.
05 - Whisk milk, heavy cream, and egg together in a small bowl, reserving 1 tablespoon for brushing scone tops.
06 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and gently combine with a fork until a shaggy dough forms; avoid overmixing.
07 - Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick round.
08 - Slice dough into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet.
09 - Brush scone tops with reserved milk-egg mixture and sprinkle with additional grated cheddar.
10 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They manage to be both comforting and a bit fancy, like a warm hug with a clever twist.
  • The herbs and sharp cheddar combine to create layers of flavor that feel like a secret worth sharing.
02 -
  • Keep every ingredient cold; warm butter is the enemy of flaky scones.
  • Don’t overmix your dough. It should look a little rough and shaggy, not smooth and elastic.
03 -
  • For the flakiest scones, chill your mixing bowl and utensils beforehand to keep everything cold.
  • The resting time before baking isn’t necessary but letting the dough sit for 10 minutes can relax the gluten and improve tenderness.

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