Cheese Scone by Mary Berry
Mary Berry's Cheese Scones are a delightful and versatile savory treat that can be enjoyed on various occasions. The scones offer a blank canvas for creativity, allowing you to explore a range of flavors and accompaniments. Whether served warm with butter, as part of an elegant tea-time spread, or at gatherings with friends, these scones are a perfect blend of comfort food and gourmet indulgence. With countless flavor variations to try, these scones are a must-have in your culinary repertoire, providing a warm, cheesy embrace that's sure to please both bakers and eaters alike.
Ingredients
- List of ingredients
- Self-raising flour
- Baking powder
- Butter
- Grated mature cheddar cheese
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Milk
- Optional: Mustard powder or cayenne pepper for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/Gas 7 and line a baking sheet with baking paper.
- Sift the flour, baking powder, salt, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper into a large bowl.
- Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- Stir in the cheese.
- Beat the egg in a jug and add enough milk to make up to 300ml (10fl oz) of liquid.
- Gradually add the liquid to the dry mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Tip the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly until smooth.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
- Shape each piece into a round and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm or cold, with your favorite spread.