Description
Irresistible scones with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh chives, offering a delightful savory flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Give it a good whisk until well-mixed.
- Cut in butter: Add the cold, diced butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add flavor: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, and chives.
- Gradually add milk: Slowly pour in the milk, stirring gently until a dough comes together.
- Knead and shape: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently about 5 times.
- Cut into scones: Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into triangular shapes.
- Bake: Place the scones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Enjoy: Take them out of the oven and let the delicious aromas fill your space.
Notes
Serve warm with dips like sour cream or homemade herb butter. Pairs well with salad or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg