Mary Berry cheese scones are delicious cold but even better warm, cut in half, with lashings of butter and maybe a little chilli jam.
Cooking time
Approx. 15 mins
Serves
Makes 8 regular scones
Dietary
Vegetarian.
By Mary Berry
Mary Berry Recipes
Ingredients
- 225g / 8oz self-raising flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp mustard powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 25g / 1oz. butter
- 150g / 5oz. grated mature cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- a little milk
Method
- Preheat oven to 220C/Fan 200C/Gas 7.
- Lightly grease a baking tray
- In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, mustard powder, cayenne pepper and baking powder together
- Add the butter and rub in with your fingers till it resembles bread crumbs
- Stir in 100g/4oz (two-thirds) of the cheese
- In a measuring jug, crack the egg and add milk till you reach the ¼ pint mark and whisk till combined
- Stir the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix to a soft but not sticky dough
- Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead lightly
- Roll out into a 5cm / 6in circle
- Using a circle cookie cutter cut out rounds
- Brush the top with a little milk and sprinkle the leftover cheese over the top of the scones
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the tops of the scones are nice and golden brown
- Slide onto a wire rack and cool
- Eat as fresh as possible
Mary Berry Cheese Scones FAQ
How long does it take to prepare and bake the scones?
The total time to prepare and bake Mary Berry cheese scones is about 25 minutes, which includes 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of baking time.
Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, while the recipe calls for mature Cheddar cheese, you can substitute it with other hard cheeses like red Leicester or Parmesan. The key is to use a cheese that has a strong flavor to ensure the scones are cheesy and delicious.
Can I make these scones with kids?
Absolutely! Making cheese scones is a great activity for children. They can help measure, mix, and even cut out the scones, making it a fun and engaging baking experience. The recipe’s simplicity and the tactile nature of the dough make it suitable for little hands.
How should I serve the scones?
Mary Berry cheese scones are best served warm, ideally with butter or additional cheese. They make excellent snacks, picnic treats, or additions to afternoon tea.
Can I freeze the scones?
Yes, you can freeze the baked scones. They can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven when needed. This makes them a convenient option for quick snacks or meals later on.
Find more Mary Berry scones in the Mary Berry Scone Collection.
