Cheese Scones And Fruit Scones

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 scones (4 cheese, 4 fruit)
Difficulty: Easy
Dietary Notes: Vegetarian

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Ingredients

For the Basic Scone Dough:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar (for fruit scones, optional for cheese scones)

• ½ cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed

• ½ cup (120ml) cold milk

• 1 large egg

For Cheese Scones:

• ½ cup (50g) sharp cheddar cheese, grated

• ½ tsp mustard powder (optional)

• 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)

For Fruit Scones:

• ½ cup (75g) mixed dried fruit (raisins, currants, sultanas)

• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)

For Glazing:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• 1 tbsp milk (for brushing)

• Extra sugar (for sprinkling on fruit scones)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheet

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Basic Dough

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if making sweet scones).

2. Add cold butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk and egg, then pour into the flour mixture.

4. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until just combined (do not overmix).

Step 3: Divide & Flavor the Dough

• For Cheese Scones:

  • Take half the dough and gently fold in cheddar cheese, mustard powder, and chives.

• For Fruit Scones:

  • Take the other half and fold in dried fruit and cinnamon.

Step 4: Shape & Cut the Scones

1. Lightly flour a surface and pat each dough portion into a 1-inch (2.5cm) thick round.

2. Use a 2.5-inch (6cm) round cutter to cut out scones.

3. Re-roll scraps and cut more scones.

Step 5: Glaze & Bake

1. Place scones on the baking sheet.

2. For Cheese Scones: Brush with egg wash.

3. For Fruit Scones: Brush with milk and sprinkle with sugar.

4. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and risen.

Step 6: Cool & Serve

• Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.

• Best served warm with butter, clotted cream, or jam.

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Nutritional Information (Per Scone)

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Storage & Tips

• Store in an airtight container for 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

• Reheat in a warm oven for 5 minutes before serving.

• For extra fluffiness, handle the dough as little as possible.

Enjoy your homemade Cheese Scones and Fruit Scones! 🧀🍓