Cheese Scone Recipe

 

The key to good scones is to mix them quickly, don’t over mix. Make sure the oven is hot and get them straight into the oven.

Recently I have started adding more cheese – instead of 100g I have increased this to 150g or even double the amount to 200g, this makes an even tastier scone.  Hold back though if you prefer.

INGREDIENTS :

2 rounded cups of flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
50g (1.76oz) butter
3 teaspoons baking powder
1-2 cups (100g/3.52oz or more) grated tasty cheddar cheese (I have decided that more cheese makes for a tastier scone)
1 cup milk

METHOD :

Preheat the oven to 220 C/428 F
Sift the flour and salt into a mixing bowl. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Stir through the baking powder and then the cheese.
Make a well in the centre and add milk, mixing quickly with a knife to form a soft dough.
Tip dough onto a lightly floured board and pat or roll into a rectangle. Cut into shapes and brush with a little milk.
Place on a baking tray and cook for 12-15 minutes until a rich golden colour.