Mary Berry Cheese Scones Recipe
Love warm and cheesy scones fresh from the oven? This Mary Berry Cheese Scones Recipe is perfect. It's easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 tbsp cold butter cubed
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup milk plus extra for brushing
- 1 egg for egg wash, optional
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheet with parchment. Grate cheese. Cube cold butter. This quick prep makes perfect scones every time.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In large bowl, sift flour, baking powder, salt, mustard powder, and cayenne. Whisk well. These spices give cheesy kick without heat.
Cut in Butter
- Add cold butter cubes to flour mix. Rub with fingers or pastry cutter until like breadcrumbs. Keep it crumbly for flaky texture.
Add Cheese and Milk
- Stir in grated cheddar. Make a well in center. Pour in milk. Mix gently with fork until dough forms. Don't overmix.
Shape the Dough
- Turn dough onto floured surface. Pat gently to 1-inch thick. Use 2-inch cutter to cut rounds. Re-pat scraps once.
Arrange and Brush
- Place scones on baking sheet, close together. Brush tops with milk or egg wash. This gives golden shine.
Bake to Perfection
- Bake 10-12 minutes until golden. Cool on rack 5 minutes. Serve warm. Pull apart easily!
Notes
- Use very cold butter for flakier scones.
- Don't knead dough—handle gently.
- Add chopped chives for onion flavor.
- Swap cheddar for parmesan or gouda.
- Make mini scones for parties.
- Freeze unbaked scones for fresh baking later.
- Add bacon bits for meaty twist.