Savory Bacon Scones

These delicious savory bacon scones are perfect for breakfast or brunch. They are light, flaky, and packed with smoky bacon flavor. Serve them warm with a dollop of butter or cream cheese for a satisfying start to your day. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to follow and takes just 30 minutes to prepare. The combination of crispy bacon, cheese, and herbs makes these scones irresistibly delicious. Whether you enjoy them on their own or as a side to your favorite eggs or soups, these savory bacon scones are sure to become a new favorite.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg, beaten

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped chives.
5. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the buttermilk.
6. Stir the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together.
8. Shape the dough into a 1-inch thick circle.
9. Using a sharp knife or biscuit cutter, cut the dough into 8 wedges or rounds.
10. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each scone.
11. Brush the tops of the scones with the beaten egg.
12. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
13. Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool for a few minutes before serving.
14. Serve warm with butter or cream cheese.

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