Description
These Savory Bacon, Cheddar, & Scallion Scones are buttery, flaky, and packed with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they offer a delicious blend of savory flavors, baked to golden perfection and topped with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Ingredients
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Scones
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (frozen)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup crispy bacon, chopped
- 2/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
- 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons heavy cream (cold)
- 1 egg (lightly beaten)
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for later use.
- Grate the butter: Grate the frozen butter into a bowl using a coarse grater. Keep the bowl with grated butter in the freezer until you are ready to use it to ensure the butter stays cold.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, grated frozen butter, shredded cheddar cheese, crispy chopped bacon, thinly sliced green onions, granulated sugar, baking powder, fine sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix everything gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Add cream and mix dough: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the cold heavy cream. Using a rubber spatula, gently stir the mixture until it is mostly combined. Next, use your hands to scoop up the dough, letting it fall through your fingers to break apart any large clumps and hydrate the flour evenly. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Shape the scones: Transfer the rested dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently press it together into an 8-inch round shape. Cut the dough into 8 equal triangular pieces to form the scones. Place each scone on the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Return the tray to the fridge while preheating the oven.
- Preheat and prepare for baking: Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Once heated, lightly brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg or additional heavy cream to help them brown nicely. Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top for extra flavor.
- Bake the scones: Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes until their tops are a beautiful golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture!
Notes
- Make sure the butter is frozen before grating to ensure the scones are flaky.
- Chilling the dough before cutting and baking helps the scones maintain their shape and creates a tender crumb.
- You can substitute bacon with cooked ham or omit for a vegetarian option (though that changes diet classification).
- If you prefer a milder cheese, a medium cheddar can be used instead of sharp cheddar.
- Measuring flour correctly (using the spoon and sweep method) is important to avoid dry or dense scones.
- For dairy-free version, substitute butter and cream with plant-based alternatives but texture may vary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: scallion scones, bacon scones, cheddar scones, savory scones, breakfast scones, brunch recipes, baked savory pastries
