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Blue Cheese and Thyme Scones Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones

Description

These Blue Cheese Scones make a delightful savory treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Flavored with tangy Stilton cheese and fresh thyme, these scones are fluffy, golden, and packed with rich cheese goodness. They bake quickly in the oven, resulting in a crispy outside and soft, buttery inside.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 420 g self-raising white flour (self rising flour) (plus some for dusting)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Wet Ingredients & Others

  • 100 g salted butter (cold and cubed)
  • 2-3 sprigs thyme (leaves only)
  • 150 g firm blue cheese (e.g. Stilton), divided
  • 200 ml whole milk (plus a little extra for brushing the tops)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) or 180°C (355°F) if using a fan-assisted oven to ensure it is hot enough for perfect scone rising.
  2. Prepare Baking Sheet: Lightly dust a baking sheet with flour to prevent the scones from sticking during baking.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking powder, and black pepper, combining them evenly.
  4. Incorporate Butter & Thyme: Using the tips of your fingers, rub the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture until it resembles an even crumb. Add in the fresh thyme leaves and mix gently.
  5. Add Milk Gradually: Slowly pour in the whole milk while mixing with a flat knife. The dough will start to clump together; mix just enough to combine.
  6. Add Blue Cheese: Crumble about two-thirds (approximately 100g) of the blue cheese into the dough and incorporate it gently without overworking.
  7. Shape Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gather it lightly and shape into a disc approximately 15 cm (6 inches) wide, being careful not to over-handle the dough.
  8. Cut Scones: Cut the disc into eight equal triangular wedges using a sharp knife or bench scraper.
  9. Transfer to Baking Sheet: Place the scones onto the prepared, lightly floured baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  10. Brush with Milk: Lightly brush the tops of the scones with a little of the reserved milk to help with browning.
  11. Add Remaining Blue Cheese: Crumble the remaining blue cheese over the tops of each scone for added flavor and texture.
  12. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the scones have puffed up and turned a beautiful golden brown. Remove and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overwork the dough to keep the scones light and fluffy.
  • Use cold butter straight from the fridge for the best crumbly texture.
  • Optional: Serve warm with butter or alongside soups for a savory snack.
  • If you cannot find Stilton, any firm blue cheese can be substituted.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the scones to maintain their shape.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Bakery
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/blue-cheese-and-thyme-scones-recipe/