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Cheddar and Chive Scones


  • Author: The Sweet Cucina
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup salted butter, cold (1 stick)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup irish cheddar, shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and place a piece of parchment on a sheet pan, set aside.
  2. Add flour and baking powder to food processor and pulse to combine the dry ingredients.
  3. Cut the cold butter into cubes and add to dry ingredients.
  4. Pulse until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
  5. Add heavy cream and beaten egg, pulse until just combined, the dough should be rough.
  6. Turn dough out on to sheet of parchment paper.
  7. Mix in shredded irish cheddar and chives by hand.
  8. Flatten dough into a 1/2 inch thick square or circle.
  9. Using a knife or pastry cutter, cut into wedges or squares. Separate on the parchment.
  10. Bake for 15 minutes and cool on a wire rack.
  11. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Breads
  • Method: Baking