The Best Cheese Scones

45 minMakes 10

Tender, flaky cheese scones made with cold butter and sharp cheddar, laminated for height and served warm.

prepPreheat oven to 425°F / 220°C
prepChop butter into cold cubes
345 g all-purpose flour	Whisk flour, baking powder & salt	Cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs	Stir in cheese & chives	Fold in buttermilk until shaggy dough forms	Roll to 7×10 in, fold like letter, turn & repeat twice	Roll final 7×10 in rectangle & cut into 8–10 pieces	Brush with milk, top with cheese & bake 425°F / 220°C, 14–18 min
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
113 g butter, cold and cubed
200 g grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
225 ml buttermilk, cold (plus more if needed)
Milk, for brushing
Extra grated cheddar cheese, for topping

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