Easy Ham and Gruyère Scones Recipe
Do you love a warm, savory breakfast? This Ham and Gruyère Scones Recipe is perfect for you. You can make these delicious treats very fast.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Pastry cutter
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 2 Cups All-purpose Flour
- 1 Tbsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Cup Cold Unsalted Butter
- 1 Cup Diced Ham
- 1 Cup Shredded Gruyère Cheese
- 3/4 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 Large Egg
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Chives
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit now. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper. This keeps your kitchen ready for baking.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Use your large mixing bowl for this step. Make sure there are no large lumps.
- Add the cold butter cubes to the flour. Use your pastry cutter to mash them in. The mix should look like coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the diced ham and shredded cheese. Add the fresh chives and black pepper now. Toss them until they are coated in flour.
- Pour the heavy cream and egg into the bowl. Stir gently with a fork or a spoon. Do not overmix the dough at all.
- Turn the dough onto a floured flat surface. Gently pat it into a thick circle shape. It should be about one inch thick.
- Use your sharp knife to cut the circle. Make eight even wedges like a pizza. Move them carefully to the baking sheet.
- Place the sheet in the hot oven now. Bake for about 18 to 22 minutes. They should look golden and smell wonderful.
Notes
- Always use very cold butter for the best flakes.
- Do not overwork the dough with your hands.
- Measure your flour using a spoon and level tool.
- Keep the heavy cream chilled until the last second.
- Grate your own cheese for a much better melt.