Cheddar Scones with Dill
Flaky, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Cheddar Scones with Dill are the ultimate savory baked treat! Perfectly blending sharp cheddar and fragrant fresh dill, this recipe delivers a rich, buttery scone with a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The secret lies in using cold, cubed butter and gently folding the dough to keep the scones tender and airy. An egg wash adds a beautiful golden finish, while an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt enhances every savory bite. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these cheesy herb scones are ideal for brunch spreads, afternoon tea, or as a side dish to soups and salads. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they’ll disappear quickly at any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.75 cup Whole milk
- 1 unit Egg (large, beaten, for topping)
- 1 teaspoon Optional: Flaky sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Fold in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped dill, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Gradually pour in the milk and gently stir with a fork or spatula until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a couple of times to bring it together. Then, pat or roll the dough into a 1-inch-thick round.
Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the dough into 8 equal triangles.
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg and, if desired, sprinkle with a pinch of flaky sea salt for extra flavor.
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown on the tops and edges.
Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.2 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.0 g | 450% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 585 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 5348 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.8 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.8 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1110 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
