Apple Smoked Bacon And Cheddar Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Smoked Bacon And Cheddar Scones

• All Purpose Flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• Unsalted Butter
• Cheddar Cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• Apple Smoked Bacon
• 3/4 cup buttermilk, plus more as needed
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp water

How to Make Apple Smoked Bacon And Cheddar Scones

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
3. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, using a pastry blender or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
5. In a separate bowl, gently combine 1/2 cup chopped applewood smoked bacon, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, and 3/4 cup buttermilk.
6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently just until combined. Do not overmix.
7. If the dough is too dry, add remaining buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it forms a soft dough.
8. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
9. Cut the dough into 8-10 wedges.
10. Whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tbsp water in a small bowl. Brush the egg wash over each scone.
11. Place scones on an ungreased baking sheet.
12. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
13. Serve warm and enjoy!