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Crispy Green Onion Cheddar Scones

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These crispy green onion cheddar scones feature perfect flaky layers and a deliciously cheesy flavor, ideal for brunch, snacking, or a cozy breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 ½ cups (170 grams) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 large green onions, finely chopped (white and green parts)
  • ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 large egg, beaten (optional, for brushing)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter bits.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions gently to distribute evenly without breaking the butter pieces.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir with a wooden spoon or spatula just until the dough starts to come together. If too dry, add a tablespoon more cream carefully.
  6. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a rough rectangle. Fold the dough in thirds like a letter and repeat this folding 2-3 times to create flaky layers.
  7. Roll the dough to about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thickness. Cut into 8 equal wedges or squares and transfer to the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Brush the tops with beaten egg or extra cream for a golden crust.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes until puffed and golden brown. The bottoms should sound hollow when tapped gently.
  10. Let the scones cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Best enjoyed warm.

Notes

Keep butter and cream cold to ensure flaky layers. Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones. Folding the dough multiple times creates the perfect flaky texture. Brush tops with egg or cream for a golden finish. Chill dough briefly if kitchen is warm. Scones can be frozen unbaked and baked from frozen with extra baking time.

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