Cheese Scones: Fluffy Bites of Heaven
Dive into the world of Cheese Scones, a culinary delight that marries the fluffiness of scones with the savoury allure of cheddar cheese. This recipe, a gem from Mom’s collection, promises a bite of heaven in every mouthful.
Ingredients:
- 450 grams Flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 75 grams Margarine
- 125 grams Grated cheddar cheese
- 275 ml Milk
- 2 teaspoons Mustard powder
Instructions:
Oven Warm-Up:
Preheat your oven to 230°C, getting it ready to transform your ingredients into golden, cheesy scones.
Dry Mix:
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
This mixture forms the base for your scones.
Butter Bliss:
Rub in the margarine until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
This step infuses your scones with rich, buttery goodness.
Cheesy Charm:
Add the grated cheddar cheese and mustard powder to the mix.
These ingredients add a savoury punch that will tantalize your taste buds.
Liquid Harmony:
Pour in the milk, and mix the ingredients until they come together in a smooth and well-blended dough.
Shape and Cut:
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it to a thickness of about 2.5 cm. Using a round cutter, cut out scone rounds from the dough.
Ready to Bake:
Place the scone rounds on a baking tray, ready to transform in the oven.
Into the Oven:
Slide the tray to the top of the oven, and bake for approximately 12 minutes. Keep an eye on them as they bake; they’ll turn a beautiful golden hue when they’re ready.
Cheese Scones are more than a snack; they’re a burst of cheesy joy. Share them with loved ones, or enjoy them warm from the oven with a smear of butter.
Now it’s your turn to create these fluffy, cheesy delights. Follow the recipe, and savour every bite of your homemade Cheese Scones.