Description
Savoury herb and cheese scones are soft, fluffy baked scones made with aromatic herbs, grated cheese, and a tender crumb. These quick homemade scones bake in minutes and are perfect served warm with butter alongside soups, salads, or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
- 225 g self-raising flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 50 g cold butter, cubed
- 70 g grated cheese (reserve 20 g for topping)
- 150 ml milk
- 1 tablespoon milk for brushing tops
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- In a large bowl combine self-raising flour, baking powder, thyme, and black pepper.
- Add the cubed butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- Stir in about 50 g of grated cheese.
- Pour in the milk and gently mix until the dough just comes together.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape it into a rough circle.
- Flatten to about 1½–2 cm thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges using a sharp knife.
- Place wedges on the baking tray with space between them.
- Brush tops with milk and sprinkle the remaining grated cheese on top.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until risen and golden.
- Cool slightly and serve warm with butter.
Notes
- Use cheddar or another strong flavored cheese for the best taste.
- Add chopped chives for a cheddar and chive variation.
- Mix in garlic powder or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Handle the dough gently to keep the scones soft and fluffy.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
