This Mary Berry Blue Cheese Scones Recipe is a fluffy and savory recipe, which is made with tangy blue cheese and a hint of black pepper. It’s the perfect savory snack or starter, ready in about 30 minutes.
Mary Berry Blue Cheese Scones Recipe Ingredients
- 225g (8 oz) self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A good pinch of cayenne pepper or freshly ground black pepper
- 55g (2 oz) cold butter, cut into small cubes
- 100g (3.5 oz) firm blue cheese (like Stilton or Roquefort), crumbled
- 1 large egg
- About 80ml (2.7 fl oz) milk
How To Make Mary Berry Blue Cheese Scones
- Prep the oven and dry ingredients: Preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C Fan/Gas Mark 7). Lightly grease a large baking sheet. In a large bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub in the butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- Add the cheese: Gently stir in about two-thirds of the crumbled blue cheese. Be careful not to overmix.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a measuring jug, beat the egg, then add enough milk to make the total liquid 150ml (¼ pint). Set aside 1 tablespoon of this mixture for glazing the tops later.
- Form the dough: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in most of the egg and milk mixture. Using a rounded knife, gently mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Add the remaining liquid if needed to gather any dry crumbs.
- Shape and cut the scones: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead very gently just a few times until it comes together. Pat or lightly roll the dough to a thickness of about 2cm (¾ inch).
- Cut and bake: Using a 5cm (2 inch) fluted cutter dipped in flour, press straight down into the dough without twisting. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Gently gather the scraps, re-roll, and cut out more scones.
- Glaze and finish: Brush the tops of the scones with the reserved egg and milk mixture and sprinkle with the remaining crumbled blue cheese. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until well-risen and golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Recipe Tips
- How to get light, fluffy scones: The absolute key is to handle the dough as little as possible. Overworking it will make the scones tough. A soft, slightly sticky dough is what you’re aiming for.
- Why use cold butter? Using cold butter that is rubbed into the flour creates small pockets of fat. In the hot oven, these melt and release steam, which is what creates the scones’ light, flaky layers.
- How do I get an even rise? When you use your cutter, press it straight down into the dough and lift it straight up. If you twist the cutter, it can seal the edges of the scone and prevent it from rising properly.
- What’s the best blue cheese to use? A firm, crumbly blue cheese like Stilton, Roquefort, or a good quality Danish Blue will provide the best flavor and texture.
What To Serve With Blue Cheese Scones
These savory scones have a bold flavor that pairs wonderfully with both sweet and savory accompaniments.
- A simple spread of good quality salted butter
- A dollop of fig jam or a tangy onion chutney
- A drizzle of honey and some toasted walnuts
- As a side to a hearty bowl of leek and potato soup or a beef stew
How To Store Blue Cheese Scones
Room Temperature: Scones are always at their very best eaten fresh and warm on the day they are baked. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat: You can refresh day-old scones by warming them in a low oven (around 150°C/300°F) for about 5 minutes, or by splitting and toasting them.
Mary Berry Blue Cheese Scones Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 235kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
Nutrition information is estimated per scone and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
FAQs
This is almost always caused by overworking the dough or rolling it too thinly. Handle the dough very gently and ensure it’s at least 2cm (¾ inch) thick before cutting.
Yes, but you will need to add more baking powder. For this recipe, use 225g of plain (all-purpose) flour and increase the total baking powder to about 3 level teaspoons.
Yes. For best results, freeze the unbaked, cut scones. Place them on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. You can bake them directly from frozen, adding about 3-5 minutes to the baking time.
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Mary Berry Blue Cheese Scones Recipe
Description
Classic, light, and fluffy British savory scones packed with the bold and tangy flavor of blue cheese, perfect for a snack or alongside a bowl of soup.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C Fan). Grease a baking sheet.
- Rub the cold butter into the sifted flour, baking powder, and seasonings until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- Stir in most of the crumbled blue cheese.
- Mix the egg with enough milk to make 150ml of liquid. Add most of this to the dry ingredients, reserving some for a glaze.
- Gently mix to a soft, slightly sticky dough.
- On a floured surface, pat the dough to 2cm thick. Cut out scones with a 5cm cutter, without twisting.
- Place on the baking sheet, brush the tops with the reserved egg wash, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until risen and golden.
Notes
- Handle the dough as little as possible to keep the scones light and tender.
- Using cold butter is essential for achieving a flaky texture.
- A strong, flavorful blue cheese will give the best results.
- Scones are best enjoyed warm on the day they are baked.
