Cheese and Chive Scones

Name: Cheese and Chive Scones
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 serving
Ingredients: 450 g self-raising flour (self-rising flour); ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 100 g salted butter (cubed); 160 g sharp cheddar cheese; ¼ cup finely chopped chives; 250 ml buttermilk

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Total Time
35 mins
Servings
12
Calories
263 kcal
Course
Snacks
Cuisine
International

Cheese and Chive Scones

Zara Shaw

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These easy cheese and chive scones are packed with a rich cheddar taste. They are perfect for breakfast or as a side for hearty soups and stews.

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Ingredients

Servings

450 g self-raising flour (self-rising flour) plus extra for dusting
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
100 g salted butter (cubed) cold
160 g sharp cheddar cheese grated
¼ cup finely chopped chives
250 ml buttermilk plus extra for brushing (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 220C.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder and salt.
Add cold butter to the flour and combine with a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Add grated cheese and chives, mixing to distribute into the flour mixture with a flat-bladed knife.
Pour in buttermilk and continue to mix with the knife until you have a shaggy dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface then knead lightly to bring it together and pat it into a 2½cm (1") thick disc shape.
Take a 6cm (2½") round cutter, dip it in excess flour and cut out scones by pushing the cutter down into the dough and lifting it out without twisting the cutter.
Gather together dough scraps and repeat.
Carefully place the scones onto a baking tray without handling the edges of the scones.
Brush the top of the scones with excess buttermilk (optional).
Bake for 12 - 15 mins or until golden brown and they sound hollow when you tap the top.
Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Notes

*Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*
Only knead the dough enough to make it come together and be fairly smooth - this helps you get light, flaky scones.
If you don't have a suitable scone cutter, cut the scones into squares using a sharp knife instead.
Ratio to make self-raising flour - for every cup of plain flour (all-purpose flour) (150g) add 2 teaspoons of baking powder and sift together well.
Make buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or fresh lemon juice to 1 cup (250ml) of whole milk and let sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature until the mixture looks slightly thickened and curdled.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 263kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 34mg (11%) Sodium 164mg (7%) Potassium 82mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 416IU (8%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 127mg (13%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 263 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	263kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	29g	10%
Protein	8g	16%
Fat	13g	20%
Saturated Fat	7g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	3g	15%
Trans Fat	0.3g	15%
Cholesterol	34mg	11%
Sodium	164mg	7%
Potassium	82mg	2%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	416IU	8%
Vitamin C	1mg	1%
Calcium	127mg	13%
Iron	0.4mg	2%