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Introduction
Scones are a classic British delicacy that can be enjoyed with tea or coffee. The scone is a small cake-like bread that is typically served with jam and clotted cream. Cheese scones are a variation of the traditional scone that has cheese added to it. This easy cheese scone recipe is perfect for beginners and those who want to make scones quickly without any hassle.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
225g self-raising flour
55g cold butter, cubed
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp mustard powder
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
100g grated cheddar cheese
150ml milk
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the self-raising flour, salt, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper. Add the cold cubed butter to the bowl and rub it into the flour mixture using your fingertips.
Step 3: Add the cheese and milk
Add the grated cheddar cheese to the bowl and mix. Slowly pour in the milk and mix everything together until it forms a soft dough.
Step 4: Shape the dough
Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 2cm.
Step 5: Cut the scones
Using a round cutter, cut out the scones and place them onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Step 6: Bake the scones
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until they are golden brown.
Step 7: Serve
Serve the scones warm with butter, jam, and clotted cream.
Nutrition
Here's the nutrition information for these cheese scones:
Calories: 255
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 38mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 343mg
Tips and Variations
- You can add other ingredients to the scone dough, such as herbs, chopped bacon, or sun-dried tomatoes. - If you prefer a softer texture, use whole milk instead of semi-skimmed or skimmed milk. - You can freeze the scones once they have cooled down. Just wrap them tightly in clingfilm and put them in the freezer. To defrost, leave them at room temperature for a few hours or pop them in the oven for a few minutes. - Instead of using a round cutter, you can cut the scones into triangles or squares for a different look. - If you don't have self-raising flour, you can make your own by adding 2 tsp of baking powder to every 225g of plain flour. - If you're feeling adventurous, try using a different type of cheese, such as blue cheese or feta.
