How Do You Make Cheddar Chive Scones?
Scones are a traditional British pasty, similar to American biscuits. Both are rich and flaky, but scones are sweeter and filled with dried fruit, seeds and spices. Both biscuits and scones are often topped with jams, honey and butters. To give the scones extra flavor, cheeses and seasonings are often added. If you learn to make cheddar chive scones, you’ll always have a nice dish to serve any time. Read on to learn more. Gather your ingredients, including 2 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ cup butter, 3 eggs, divided, ½ cup half and half, 1 ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives and 1 tablespoon water. Preheat your oven to 425F. Mix the flour and baking powder in a large bowl. Cut in the butter with a pastry cutter (or 2 knives) until the mixture becomes coarse and crumbly. Add 2 of the eggs and the cream; beat and blend the mixture with a wire whisk. Add to the flour mixture and stir just until moistened. Stir in the cheese and chives. Shape the
