Cheese scones
25 min
Serves 8
1 plants
*estimate per serving
A British classic. Crumbly, cheesy and best warm with butter.
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50g cold butter, cubed
100g mature cheddar, grated
Other ingredients
225g plain flour
2 tsp baking powder
120ml whole milk
1 pinch smoked paprika
1 pinch sea salt
What to do
- 1
Heat the oven to 220C (200C fan). Line a tray.
- 2
Rub the butter into the flour, baking powder and salt.
- 3
Stir in most of the cheese.
- 4
Add the milk. Mix to a soft dough.
- 5
Pat out 2cm thick. Cut 8 rounds.
- 6
Top with the rest of the cheese and the paprika.
- 7
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden.
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