20 mintime
Easydifficulty
8Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
230 kcalCalories
9 gProtein
24 gCarbs
11 gFat
Approximate values estimated by AI
Quick & Easy Cheese Scones
80% authentic · British
A simplified version of classic cheese scones, using melted butter for a quicker preparation and a slightly denser, but still delicious, result.
Ingredients
Servings8
- Self-raising flour225g
- Baking powder1 tsp
- Salt1/4 tsp
- Black pepperpinch
- Unsalted butter50g
- Mature cheddar cheese75g
- Milk150ml
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan/Gas Mark 6). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- 2
Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave.
- 3
Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper into a bowl.
- 4
Stir in most of the grated cheese.
- 5
Pour in the melted butter and milk, mixing gently to form a soft dough.
- 6
Turn onto a floured surface and pat to about 2cm thickness.
- 7
Cut out scones and place on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- 8
Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden.
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