Easy Cheese Scones in a Hurry
Whip up a batch of golden, buttery "Easy Cheese Scones in a Hurry" in just 22 minutes! Perfectly flaky and loaded with the rich flavor of sharp cheddar cheese, these scones are an effortless delight for busy mornings, afternoon teas, or last-minute guests. Made with self-raising flour, a hint of mustard powder for extra depth, and a generous sprinkle of cheese on top, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory and satisfying. With a prep time of just 10 minutes, these cheesy treats are as simple as they are irresistible. Serve them warm and slathered with butter for the ultimate comfort snack. Whether you're a baking novice or need a quick fix, this cheese scone recipe will soon become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g self-raising flour
- 60 g cold salted butter
- 100 g grated cheddar cheese
- 150 ml milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp mustard powder (optional)
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 20 g extra grated cheddar cheese (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or 425°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking powder, mustard powder (if using), and salt.
Add the cold butter to the bowl. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Stir the grated cheddar cheese into the mixture until evenly distributed.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Use a fork to quickly mix until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a circle about 2 cm thick.
Use a 5 cm round cutter to cut out scones, pressing straight down and not twisting the cutter. Re-roll the scraps as needed to make more scones.
Place the scones onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a bit of space between them. Sprinkle the tops with the extra grated cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scones are golden and risen.
Cool for a few minutes on the tray, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm with butter, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.7 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.4 g | 297% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 271 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 4256 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1103 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 653 mg | 14% | |
*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.
