Savory Bacon Cheddar Scones
A delicious scone recipe featuring crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp cold butter cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp
- 0.5 cup cooked bacon crumbled
- 2 units eggs large
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold butter and cut into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese and bacon.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and buttermilk together. Mix into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, knead gently, and roll into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into wedges.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
Notes
These scones are best served warm and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.