Savoury Scones

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 18-20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Yield: 12 scones

Category: Baking

Cuisine: British-inspired

Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg, beaten

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the chilled, diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese, diced sun-dried tomatoes, and chopped green onions.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and beaten egg.
6. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk mixture. Stir just until a dough forms.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly.
8. Divide the dough in half and form each half into a round, about 1 inch thick.
9. Cut each round into 6 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
10. Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg.
11. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a scone comes out clean.
12. Serve the Savoury Scones warm, with butter and jam, or pair them with a bowl of soup, braais, or roast meats and vegetables.
13. Enjoy this delightful savoury treat!

Note: Feel free to customize these scones by adding herbs, spices, or other ingredients of your choice to suit your taste preferences