Description
These Bacon Cheddar Scones are flaky, buttery, and packed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a savory snack, this easy recipe brings a gourmet touch to your table.
Ingredients
For the Scones:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 teaspoons ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into small cubes)
- 1½ cups grated cheddar cheese
- 4 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 10 strips of cooked bacon (diced or crumbled into small bits)
- 1 cup of buttermilk (with an option to add up to ½ cup more if necessary)
For the Egg Wash:
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
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Incorporate the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces.
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Add Mix-Ins: Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, green onions, and crumbled bacon, ensuring even distribution.
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Add Buttermilk: Gradually pour in 1 cup of buttermilk, gently mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together. Add more buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time, if the dough is too dry.
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Shape the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface, knead gently a few times, and shape it into a 1-inch-thick circle. Cut into triangles or rounds using a knife or biscuit cutter.
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Brush with Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water and brush the tops of the scones for a golden, glossy finish.
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Bake: Arrange the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Cool and Serve: Let the scones cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving warm. Enjoy with butter, cream cheese, or on their own.
Notes
- For the flakiest texture, keep the butter and buttermilk cold while preparing the dough.
- To make the scones spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños to the dough.
- Unbaked scones can be frozen and baked straight from the freezer; just add a couple of extra minutes to the bake time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American