Cheddar Dill Scones

15m
Prep Time
18-20m
Cook Time
33m
Ready In


"This is a recipe that my Sister in Law gave me."

Original is 8 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (173.9 g)
  • Calories 667.2
  • Total Fat - 46 g
  • Saturated Fat - 27.9 g
  • Cholesterol - 224.2 mg
  • Sodium - 1346.3 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 49.6 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 1.8 g
  • Sugars - 0.5 g
  • Protein - 14.6 g
  • Calcium - 429.7 mg
  • Iron - 1.7 mg
  • Vitamin C - 0.2 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Thoroughly mix ingredients together with a whisk. Cut cold butter into small chunks. With an electric mixer blend butter into flour mixture creating pea-sized pieces. Whisk together eggs and cream and add the flour mixture. Combine until just blended. Toss together grated cheese, fresh dill and 1 tablespoon flour. Fold into dough and mix until blended.

Step 2

Place the dough on a well floured surface and gently kneed for 1 minute. Roll out the dough 3/4-inch thick and cut into 3-inch squares. Cut the squares in half diagonally to make triangles. Brush with beaten egg white and place on greased jelly roll pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • When selecting the butter, be sure to use cold butter for best results.
  • For the cheddar cheese, extra-sharp is recommended for the most flavor.

  • Replace the butter with vegan margarine - this substitution will make the recipe vegan-friendly and still provide the same texture and flavor.
  • Substitute the cheddar cheese with vegan cheese - this will make the recipe more accessible to those who are vegan, while still providing the same flavor and texture.

Caramelized Onion & Bacon Scones Replace the cheddar cheese with 1/4 pound of cooked bacon, diced. Replace the dill with 1/4 cup of caramelized onions. Follow the same instructions as the original recipe.



: Roasted Asparagus Salad

: Roasted Asparagus Salad is a light and healthy dish that complements the savory flavors of the Cheddar Dill Scones. It's a great side dish that adds a hint of freshness and crunch to the meal.


: Grilled Salmon with Dill Yogurt Sauce

: Grilled Salmon with Dill Yogurt Sauce is an easy yet flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with the Roasted Asparagus Salad and Cheddar Dill Scones. The creamy yogurt sauce adds a tangy flavor to the salmon, while the dill adds a hint of freshness.




FAQ

Q: What type of cheese should I use for this recipe?

A: You should use extra-sharp cheddar cheese for this recipe.



Q: What is the best way to store cheese?

A: Cheese should be wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or wax paper and stored in the refrigerator. If you plan on storing it for a longer period of time, wrap it in foil as well.

2 Reviews

ellie

This are fabulous! We made about 18 scones, so we freeze half. I did make some changes based on what was available by using 1 cup of butter and 1/2 cup Crisco and I also use 1/4 tsp of dried dill as I didn't have fresh dill -- the amount of dried should probably have been increased to 1 tsp but we really enjoyed these scones the way we made them. Thanks for sharing!

5.0

review by:
(11 Jun 2018)

Luvcookn

These scones have a wonderful texture and flavour! I did use only 1/2 tsp salt as the cheese took care of the rest. The next day they reheated perfectly in the oven with no change in the texture. They made a delightful dipper for the soup. Thank you Teresa for a make again recipe. Made for Billboard Recipe Tag.

5.0

review by:
(26 Sep 2017)

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Fun facts:

The cheddar cheese used in this recipe is believed to have originated in the English village of Cheddar in the 12th century. It was made by monks from the local caves, and the cheese quickly became popular across England.

In the 17th century, scones were served to King Charles II and his court. The recipe for Cheddar Dill Scones is a modern take on this classic dish.