Light and Fluffy Wholemeal Cheese Scones -Savoury Scones
Delicious wholemeal cheese scones that are easy to make all in one bowl. Using two types of cheese - Red Leicester and a Strong Cheddar, you can have light and fluffy cheese scones that are great for afternoon tea, snacks, and packed lunches.
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Servings: 9 Scones
Calories: 230kcal
Ingredients
- 150 g Plain White Flour
- 150 g Plain Wholemeal Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 70 g Butter, chilled
- 175 ml Milk, chilled
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 30 g Red Leicester Cheese, grated
- 30 g Mature Cheddar, grated
- Extra Cheese for topping, grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a bowl, mix together the plain white flour, plain wholemeal flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the chilled butter cubes to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until you achieve a breadcrumb-like texture.
- In a separate bowl, stir the Dijon mustard into the chilled milk. Gradually add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a slightly sticky dough forms.
- Add the grated red Leicester cheese and grated mature cheddar cheese to the dough. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a flat circle. Cut the dough into 9 equal-sized circles.
- Place each scone on a lined baking tray, leaving some space between them.
- Brush the top of each scone with a little milk and sprinkle extra grated cheese on top.
- Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are risen and golden.
- Once baked, remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking tray for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the scones to a cooling rack to cool completely.
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Recipe Notes
- Keep Ingredients Cold: Use cold milk, cheese, and butter for flaky and fluffy scones.
- Preheat the Oven: Ensure the oven is fully preheated for optimal rising.
- Avoid Overmixing: Mix the dough just until it comes together to maintain lightness.
- Incorporate Butter Properly: Rub cold butter into flour for a breadcrumb-like texture.
- Use Fresh Baking Powder: Replace baking powder regularly for optimal results.
- Adjust Dough Consistency: Add more milk if needed for a slightly sticky dough.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 313IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 2mg