South African Cheese Scones Recipe
South African Cheese Scones recipes are a savory baked pastry often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.
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Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 198 kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Grater (for cheese)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk or wooden spoon
- Pastry brush (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp mayonaise
- 1 cup cheese
- 1/2 cup chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F. Spray a 12 cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Mix ingredients until blended. The batter should have a drop scone consistency.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups until 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
- Remove from oven. Allow to cool for 5 minutes and turn out onto a cooling rack, or into a lined basket. Serve warm, with finely shaved smoked ham or apricto preserves (South Africans like the combination of savory and sweet).
Notes
Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
Use cold butter to achieve a flaky texture.
Grate the cheese finely for even distribution.
Handle the dough gently to avoid overmixing, which can make scones tough.
Consider adding herbs or spices to customize the flavor.
Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature for consistent baking.
Brush the scones with an egg wash for a golden brown finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 619mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 370IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 1mg
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