Now that I had my first  success at making simple scones, I was ready to undertake a slightly more complex scone recipe.

This recipe contained some of the same ingredients as the first, with the addition of bacon and cheddar cheese. What could be bad?

Nothing! It was easier than I anticipated and just plain delicious. 

I am definitely on a “scone kick”. My family and friends thoroughly enjoyed these savory scones! I think you will too. They are great for breakfast or lunch. If you need to bring a tasty treat to a brunch, this is a must!

The recipe involved very little prep time but it will seem like you have been baking all day!

I can keep a secret! Give these a try!

Ingredients for the Scones

2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
8 tbsp. (1 Stick) unsalted butter, frozen
1/2 cup of sour cream
1 large egg
1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
3/4 pound of bacon, cooked and chopped
4 tbsp. chives, chopped
1/4 cup of heavy cream

Preheat oven to 400.

Adjust the oven rack to lower-middle position.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, mix the flour, baking powder. baking soda and salt.

Using the large holes of a box grater, grate the frozen butter into the flour mixture. Use your fingers to gently work in the butter. The dough should look crumbly.

In a small bowl, whisk the sour cream and egg together until smooth.

Using a fork, stir the sour cream mixture into the flour mixture until  large clumps form. Stir in the cheese, bacon and chives until they are well incorporated into the dough.

Use your hands to press the dough against the bowl until it forms into a ball. As you press and turn the bowl, the dough will come together.

Place on a lightly floured surface and pat into a 7-8 inch wide circle about 3/4 inch thick.

Using a sharp knife, cut into 8 triangles.

Lightly beat the egg. Brush the top of each scone with the heavy cream.

Bake until golden, about 15-17 minutes.

Oh they are so good!

It’s that simple!