Bacon Cheddar Scones

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour (plus more for work surface and kneading)
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (114g) cold unsalted butter (cubed)
• 3/4 cup (180ml) cold buttermilk (plus more for brushing top of scones)
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
• 3/4 cup cooked bacon (chopped)
• 1/4 cup jalapeno peppers or chives (finely chopped (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, toss together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. 2

   Work in the butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse meal with some larger pieces remaining.

3. 3

   Stir in the chopped bacon, grated cheese, and jalapeño or chives if using.

4. 4

   Whisk together the buttermilk and egg in a measuring cup.

5. 5

   Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until the dough comes together.

6. 6

   Scrape the dough onto a floured surface. With floured hands, gently knead the dough into a shaggy ball.

7. 7

   Flatten and shape into a 6″ circle and cut into 8 wedges.

8. 8

   Transfer onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Brush the surface with more buttermilk. Bake at 400F for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.