Sage, Bacon And Cheddar Scones Recipe

Name: Sage, Bacon And Cheddar Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 4 teaspoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage leaves; 10 tablespoons unsalted cold butter, cut into pieces; 5 tablespoons chopped or crumbled crisply cooked bacon; 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese, old or sharp; 2 large eggs, slightly beaten; 1 cup buttermilk, well shaken; cream or evaporated milk, to brush tops

Servings: persons

4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage leaves
10 tablespoons unsalted cold butter, cut into pieces
5 tablespoons chopped or crumbled crisply cooked bacon
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese, old or sharp
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup buttermilk, well shaken
cream or evaporated milk, to brush tops

1
Preheat oven to 450 F and grease or line with parchment a large baking sheet.
2
Into a large bowl sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt.
3
Cut in butter until it resembles meal.
4
Stir in sage, bacon and cheddar until well distributed.
5
Blend eggs with 2/3 cup buttermilk and stir into the dry ingredients with enough of the remaining buttermilk (and a few extra tbsp of buttermilk if needed) until the mixture just forms a dough (it will be just slightly sticky).
6
Gather into a ball and knead very gently about 3 or 4 times (I do this right in the bowl).
7
Divide dough into 3 approximately equal parts.
8
Pat each part of dough into a thick circle about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
9
With a sharp knife cut into 6 to 8 wedges.
10
Place scones about 1 inch apart on prepared pan.
11
Brush tops with a little cream or evaporated milk, this helps with browning and can be omitted if desired.
12
Bake for about 10 to 12 minutes or until done and golden.

1462

kcal

Calories

102

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups all-purpose flour, 4 teaspoons baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, 4 teaspoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Sage, Bacon And Cheddar Scones falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Sage, Bacon And Cheddar Scones

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