Description

These Savory Bacon, Cheddar, & Scallion Scones are perfectly flaky with a beautiful golden crust and loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection, they make an excellent savory breakfast or snack option that’s full of flavor.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons granulated sugar
2 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Dairy & Eggs

4 tablespoon unsalted butter (frozen)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup + 2 tablespoons heavy cream (cold)
1 egg (lightly beaten)

Other Ingredients

3/4 cup crispy bacon
2/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
Flaky sea salt (optional for topping)

Instructions

Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking during baking.
Grate the frozen butter: Using a box grater, grate the frozen unsalted butter into a bowl. Keep it cold in the freezer until ready to use to ensure flaky scones.
Combine dry ingredients and mix-ins: In a large bowl, mix together the flour, frozen butter, shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, sliced green onions, sugar, baking powder, sea salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the wet ingredients: Make a well in the center of the bowl and pour in the cold heavy cream. Gently stir with a rubber spatula until the dough begins to come together. Then use your hands to pick up the dough and let it fall through your fingers, breaking up clumps and hydrating all the flour evenly. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.
Shape and cut the scones: Dump the chilled dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently press it together into an 8-inch round disk. Cut the disk into 8 equal wedges. Transfer the wedges to the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet and chill the tray in the fridge while preheating the oven.
Brush and bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Brush the tops of the scones with the lightly beaten egg or heavy cream for a golden finish. Optionally, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the tops turn golden brown and the scones are cooked through.
Cool and serve: Remove the baking tray from the oven and cool the scones on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For best results, measure flour by spooning into the cup and leveling off instead of scooping directly to avoid dense scones.
Keeping the butter frozen before mixing helps create flaky layers in the scones.
Bacon can be substituted with vegetarian bacon or omitted for a vegetarian version.
Scones are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated before serving.
Optional flaky sea salt adds a nice texture and flavor contrast when sprinkled on top before baking.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Category: Breads & Rolls
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: savory scones, bacon cheddar scones, scallion scones, breakfast scones, baked scones, cheesy scones