Potato and Cheese Scones
Fluffy, savory, and irresistibly cheesy, these Potato and Cheese Scones are the ultimate comfort food with a twist. Made with creamy mashed potatoes and sharp cheddar cheese, these scones are tender, buttery, and packed with flavor. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or a quick breakfast treat, they come together in just 40 minutes using simple pantry staples like flour, baking powder, and cold butter. Brushed with a golden egg wash for a crisp crust, these scones are deliciously versatile and best served warm with a smear of butter or an extra sprinkle of cheese. Whether you’re hosting brunch or enjoying a cozy afternoon tea, this recipe is your go-to for savory scone perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 200 grams mashed potatoes (cooled and unseasoned)
- 100 grams cheddar cheese (grated)
- 60 grams butter (cold and cubed)
- 120 milliliters milk
- 1 unit egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the mashed potatoes and grated cheddar cheese until evenly distributed in the mixture.
Gradually add the milk, mixing gently with a fork until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently knead it a few times to bring it together, then pat it into a circle or rectangle about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick.
Using a biscuit cutter or a knife, cut the dough into rounds or triangles and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg to give them a golden crust when baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with butter or extra cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.5 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.2 g | 281% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 2864 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.2 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 65.7 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 964 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1408 mg | 30% | |
*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.
