Cheese and Herb Scones

Ingredients

• •2 cups all-purpose flour
• •1 tbsp baking powder
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 cup cold butter, cut into cubes
• •1 cup grated cheddar cheese
• •1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as chives, parsley, or thyme)
• •3/4 cup milk
• •1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   Add the cold butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Stir in the grated cheddar cheese and fresh herbs until evenly distributed.

5. 5

   Make a well in the center and pour in the milk. Stir gently until the dough comes together; do not overmix.

6. 6

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick.

7. 7

   Cut the dough into wedges or use a biscuit cutter to make rounds, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

8. 8

   Brush the tops with the beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve warm.