Mary Berry Cheese Scones
The Mary Berry Cheese Scones Recipe is a classic British bake from the renowned cook Mary Berry. Known for its rich cheese flavor and perfect crumbly texture, this recipe is loved by many for its simplicity and deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 225g self-raising flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 50g cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 100g cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 100ml milk
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder (optional)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or 425°F.
- Sift the flour and baking powder into a mixing bowl.
- Add the cubed butter and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Mix in the grated cheese, salt, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Make a well in the center and add the milk.
- Stir until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overwork it.
- Lightly flour your work surface and gently knead the dough until smooth.
- Roll out the dough to about 2 cm thickness.
- Cut out scones using a round cutter and place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-cheese-scones/