Mary Berry Cheese Scones: a Cheesy Delight for Tea Time

Submitted by jeoanseeial

"Tea time is a cherished tradition in many households, and what better way to elevate the experience than with a batch of scrumptious cheese scones? Mary Berry, the renowned British baker and TV personality, has a delightful recipe that will leave you craving more. In this article, we'll take you through the process of making Mary Berry's Cheese Scones, sharing all the tips and tricks to ensure your scones turn out perfect every time."

 

• Ready In: 32mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 8 scones
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 225 g self-raising flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 50 g cold butter, diced
• 100 g Mature cheddar cheese, grated
• 150 ml milk
• 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

directions

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7. Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift the self-raising flour and baking powder. Add the cayenne pepper and mix well.
3. Rub the cold diced butter into the flour mixture using your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
4. Stir in 75g of the grated cheddar cheese, reserving the rest for later.
5. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Mix gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it lightly for a few seconds. Pat it down to about 2cm thickness.
7. Use a 5cm round cutter to cut out the scones. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each scone.
8. Brush the tops of the scones with beaten egg wash and sprinkle the remaining grated cheddar cheese on top.
9. Bake the scones in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until they turn golden brown and rise beautifully.
10. Once baked, transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm with butter or your favorite chutney.