Ham and Cheese Dill Scones
A savory scone with ham and cheese and dill to enhance the flavor. This recipe yields a hearty scone perfect for a breakfast or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs 1 egg will be used for egg wash
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter, chilled
- ¾ - 1 cup diced ham
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped green onion
- 1 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped Depending on how much dill flavor you want.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°. Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper or silicon baking sheet.
- Place flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in food processor. Pulse to combine.
- In separate bowl, mix buttermilk and 1 egg. Set aside.
- Cut the chilled butter into cubes and place in the food processor. Pulse until butter is combined as small pea size pieces.
- Add buttermilk and egg mixture. Pulse until begins to form dough ball.
- Add chopped ham, shredded cheese, and chopped dill. Pulse to combine but do not over mix.
- Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface. Knead 1-2 times to further combine and shape into an 8 inch round. Cut into triangles. This recipe will yield 8 large scones or 12 smaller scones.
- Take second egg, beat slightly and use as an egg wash on the scones.
- Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from over when golden brown.
- Cool on rack. °
Notes
These scones are best when served warm and with fresh butter.
Though this recipe uses a food processor, these scones can be made by hand.
Scones may be frozen unbaked - thaw and bake in 425 degree oven as above,
Scones may also be frozen baked - then thaw and place in 350 degree oven until warm.