Scottish Cheddar Cheese and Spring Onion Tea-Time Scones

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Scrumptious Scottish Cheddar Cheese and Spring Onion Tea-Time Scones

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	225 g self-raising flour
	good pinch mustard powder or cayenne pepper
	100 g butter
	200 g cheddar cheese , grated
	3 spring onions , trimmed and finely chopped
	2 small eggs or 1 large egg , beaten
	2 -4 tablespoons buttermilk or 2 -4 tablespoons plain yogurt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-7

Calories

350

Sugar

Fat

22g

Scottish Cheddar Cheese and Spring Onion Tea-Time Scones are a traditional Scottish delicacy that have become a popular teatime treat in many parts of the world. These scones are a savoury alternative to the sweet scone, perfect for serving with a cup of tea or coffee. The combination of sharp cheddar cheese, spring onions, and a hint of cayenne pepper or mustard powder gives this recipe an irresistible flavour. They are fluffy, moist, and packed full of flavour, making them perfect for snacking or as a base for a light meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 220°C /200°C fan/gas mark 7.
2.	Mix the flour and mustard powder or cayenne pepper together, then use your fingers to rub in the butter until the mix resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3.	Mix in 150g of the cheddar and all of the spring onions.
4.	Stir in enough beaten egg and buttermilk or yogurt to bring everything together into a soft, but not sticky dough. You might not need all the liquid, or you might need an extra splash.
5.	Lightly flour your work surface and tip the dough out onto it. Flatten it with your hands to a thickness of about 2cm. Cut out six or seven 6cm-wide circles and transfer them to a nonstick baking sheet.
6.	Brush the tops with the rest of the beaten egg, scatter over the remaining cheese and bake for around 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
7.	Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Serve them with butter if you like.
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PROS

These are perfect scones for afternoon tea and snacks that are very simple and quick to make.

They taste amazing when hot, and the hint of mustard powder or cayenne pepper adds a nice kick to it.

They can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container or the freezer.

CONS

These scones are relatively high in fat and calories, so they should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

You might need to be careful while adding the liquid to bring the dough together to avoid making it too sticky or too dry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Scottish Cheddar Cheese and Spring Onion Tea-Time Scones are a rich source of carbohydrates, protein, calcium, and vitamins.
Researchers have found that moderate consumption of cheese can aid gut health and help prevent heart disease. Onion is also rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals that are beneficial for overall health.