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Bacon Cheddar Scones

These Cheesy Bacon Scones are the perfect savory way to start your day and a great addition to a hot bowl of soup or chili on a cold night!
Course brunch
Cuisine English
Keyword Bacon Cheddar Scones
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Dough Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 346kcal
Author Ang Paris

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter grated and very cold or frozen
  • ¾ cup buttermilk or heavy cream, plus more for brushing on top
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 4 pieces bacon cooked and chopped finely
  • 2 tablespoons chives dried or fresh

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
    2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • Using a pastry blender or your hands, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
    ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk, or cream.
    ¾ cup buttermilk, 1 egg
  • Add liquid ingredients, bacon, cheese, and chives to dry ingredients and stir until moistened, and mixture is well combined and holds together.
    1 cup cheddar cheese, 4 pieces bacon, 2 tablespoons chives
  • Sprinkle a small amount of flour onto parchment paper or counter.
  • Press dough into 8 inch circle, about ¾ inch thick.
  • Brush top with additional buttermilk or cream.
  • Using a sharp knife, cut circle into 8 wedges.
  • Divide triangles and place on baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mat, leaving enough space for the scones to expand when cooked.
  • Place in refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Remove from oven and cool slightly.
  • Serve warm or room temperature.
  • Store leftovers in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 341mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 596IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 2mg