Savory

Herb and White Cheddar Scones

Name: Herb and White Cheddar Scones
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1 tablespoon dill; 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese; 6 tablespoons cold butter; 3/4 cup milk; 1 egg

A tasty savory scone is the perfect addition to any formal brunch. Packed with fresh dill, chives, white Cheddar cheese and lots of butter, these Herb and White Cheddar Scones compliment a sweet brunch perfectly. Serve with jam or softened butter for a tasty treat everyone is sure to love.

Skill Level:: Beginner

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon dill
1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
6 tablespoons cold butter
3/4 cup milk
1 egg

Instructions

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- Heat oven to 425°F. Prepare cookie sheet with vegetable pan spray.
- In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, dill, chives, salt and pepper; stir well. Add cheese; mix well.
- Cut in butter with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In small bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Add to dry ingredients all at once; stir until dry ingredients are moistened.
- On well-floured surface, knead dough 5-10 times until it comes together. Pat dough into an 8 in. round (about 1 in. thick); cut into 8 wedges. Place on prepared pan.
- Bake 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove scones to cooling grid; cool slightly. Serve warm.

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