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    Cheese Scones

    Cheese scones always seem like cold-weather food to me. I think it's because I associate them with lashings of butter and homemade vegetable soup - the perfect lunch for a cold day, especially if you've been out for a walk.

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    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
    Cheese Scones

    Make ahead for house guests

    The scones are perfect to make ahead and keep in the freezer to produce when you have guests and you're short of inspiration for a quick lunch. I always make some before Christmas to fill any hungry gaps that appear.

    Key ingredients in Cheese Scones

    Add some spice

    I like some spice in savoury scones, so I add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chilli powder. Chilli spice is often a mix of cayenne and other spices, so I tend to keep cayenne in the cupboard. If you aren't sure, leave it out!

    I also add mustard powder. You could use ready-made if that's what you have. Try mixing it with the milk to make sure it's dispersed well.

    Wholemeal or white flour?

    I use half-and-half, but there was a time when I would make cheese scones with 100% wholemeal flour and they are very nice too. Add an extra teaspoon of baking powder to make sure they rise.

    If you're making scones with plain flour - white or wholemeal - add 1 teaspoon of baking powder per 100g flour.

    Seven cheese scones on a flowered plate
    Cheese Scones

    Either way, you get a plate of delicious scones just waiting for some butter.

    Do Cheese Scones freeze?

    Scones freeze well for up to a month. Best frozen on the day they’re made.

    What equipment do you need?

    • You’ll need a 5-6cm round cutter (about 2 inches across). I use a plain cutter because the cherries can snag on a fluted cutter – but that’s a personal preference.
    • A baking sheet is also needed – if you cut the scones a bit thinner you’ll probably need two baking sheets
    • I use a silicone baking mat for cutting out and as a liner for the baking sheet. It’s non-stick and easily washable (easier than the baking sheet!). A piece of magic liner

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    Fruit Tea Scone

    Fruit Tea Scone is a family-sized scone - perfect served warm with butter and jam. Ready in about 35 minutes, it's easy to make - no rolling or cutting out to do.

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    Cheese Scones

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    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
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    4 from 4 votes

    Cheese Scones

    Cheese Scones made with half-and-half white and wholemeal flour and a touch of spice.
    Prep Time25 minutes mins
    Cook Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Servings: 8 scones
    Author: Susie@Everyday Cooks

    Ingredients

    • 120 g strong Cheddar cheese , divided
    • 1 large egg
    • 150 ml milk
    • 125 g wholewheat flour
    • 125 g self-raising flour
    • 1 teaspoon 5ml baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt (2.5ml)
    • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder (5ml)
    • pinch cayenne pepper
    • 50 g butter
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    Equipment

    5-6cm round cutter
    Baking sheet
    Magic Liner
    or
    Silicone baking mat

    Instructions

    Preparation:

    • Set the oven to 230°C/ 210°C fan/ gas mark 8/ 450°F
    • Grease the baking tray with a little butter or use a liner (which you don’t need to grease)
    • Sift a little flour onto your worktop or rolling out mat
    • Grate the cheese
    • Put the egg in a measuring jug and make up the amount to 160ml with milk. Beat with a fork until mixed in

    To make the cheese scones:

    • Put all the dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Mix them together well
      (Both flours, baking powder, salt, mustard powder, cayenne)
    • Add the butter and rub it in with your fingertips
      To rub in, have your palms up and move your thumbs over fingers from the little fingers inwards
    • Add the grated cheese, leaving about 20g out for the topping, and stir in
    • Add the milk/egg mix and combine to make a smooth dough. Using your hands is easiest
    • Transfer the dough to the floured surface and either roll out or pat with your hand to make a level top, about 2cm thick
    • Cut out the scones and move to the baking sheet. Pull the remaining dough together and repeat until all the dough is used
    • Brush the tops of the scones with milk and sprinkle with the remaining grated  cheese
    • Cook for 15 minutes until golden.

    Notes

    Storage:
    • Cheese scones are best eaten on the day they are made, but will keep for a couple of days in an airtight container in the fridge. Refresh in the oven for 4-5 minutes or the toaster for a minute
    • They freeze well for up to a month

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Dianna Moss says

      January 22, 2022 at 2:06 pm

      Hi. do you freeze the scones after baking or before.
      Many thanks Di Moss

      Reply
      • Susie Collings says

        January 22, 2022 at 5:29 pm

        Hi Di, Freeze after baking.

        Reply
    2. Rodg says

      October 16, 2020 at 4:22 pm

      4 stars
      Pretty good recipe this. I tend to put some of the egg in a saucer and dip the top and base of the scone in it then dab each end in the grated cheese. The base becomes nice and crunchy. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Susie Collings says

        October 21, 2020 at 3:54 pm

        Hi Rodg, Good tip for the tops and bases 🙂 Thanks - Susie

        Reply
    3. Jane Johnson says

      May 01, 2020 at 11:41 am

      5 stars
      Finally I found recipe that worked for me. Although I added smoked bacon bits and 1tsp of paprika. Delicious! Glad I found your website.
      Happy baking for me!!

      Reply
      • Susie Collings says

        May 02, 2020 at 3:14 pm

        Hi Jane, Glad you like the scones 🙂 I love the idea of bacon bits - I'll give that a go! Cheers - Susie

        Reply
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    7 Cheese Scones on a patterned plate
    7 Cheese Scones on a patterned plate
    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.
    Two cheese scones on a flowered plate on a pink tablecloth. One cheese scone is split in two with one half buttered. The other scone is whole.

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