Bacon Cheddar Scones
These easy bacon cheddar scones are flaky, cheesy, and loaded with smoky bacon — ready in 30 minutes!
Servings: 8 Scones
Calories: 367kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter very cold, cut into cubes
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup cooked bacon chopped
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse a few times to combine.
- Add cold butter and pulse until coarse meal, about 7 times.
- Add sour cream, bacon, and cheddar cheese. Pulse just until dough comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Use your hands to press into a thick round about 8-inches wide. Cut into 8 wedges.
- Transfer wedges to prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with heavy cream and bake until set and golden brown, about 15-18 minutes.
Notes
Tips for Storing
- Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. They’re best on day one, but a quick warm in the oven brings them right back to life.
- Refrigerator: Wrap individually or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer (baked): Cool completely, then freeze in a single layer before transferring to a zip-lock freezer bag. They keep well for up to 3 months.
- Freezer (unbaked): Cut into wedges, freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then bag them. Bake straight from frozen at 400°F — just add 5 extra minutes to your bake time. Fresh-baked scones any morning with zero morning effort!
- Reheating: Warm individual scones in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes, or microwave for 20–30 seconds. The oven method wins every time for a crispier exterior.
Nutrition
Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 533mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 643IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 2mg
