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Ham and Cheese Scones - Sprinkle Some Sugar
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5 from 2 votes

Ham and Cheddar Scones

This delicious savory scone recipe is chock full of juicy ham, cheddar cheese and chives. These Ham and Cheese Scones are the perfect balance between the buttery, crumbly yet moist texture of the scones to the savoury depth of ham and cheese, making them a delicious addition for any occasion!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time17 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Jessica

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter frozen
  • ¼ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ¼ cup colby jack cheese shredded
  • ¼ cup chives
  • 1 Ham Steak diced
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and set oven rack to the middle position. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.
  • In a medium-sized bowl, gently toss flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk sour cream and egg until completely smooth. Set aside.
  • Grate frozen butter into mixture. Using your hands, work in the butter until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add both cheeses, reserving 2 tablespoons for later, chives and ham. Gently stir in sour cream mixture until just about combined. Do not over work the dough! Again, very gently press the dough against the sides of the bowl a few times and form a ball. The dough will be sticky at first but will come together as you form it.
  • Place dough on a lightly floured surface and lightly pat into an 8" circle about ¾" thick. Use a very sharp knife to cut into 8 triangles (like a pizza). Transfer triangles onto prepared baking sheet. You can arrange them in two rows, 4 in each row, or arrange them in a circle shape - leaving about 1" between each one. Sprinkle reserved cheese on top of scones.
  • Bake scones for 15-17 minutes or until the tops begin to golden. Don't take them out too early or they will be too soft. Allow them to cool for 10 minutes on the pan before transferring onto a wire rack to finish cooling completely.

Notes

Storage instructions: Ham and cheese scones will stay fresh for up to 3 days stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Freezing instructions: Prepare the recipe all the way up until ready to bake. Push the scone dough triangles together into a circle loosely and wrap tight with a layer of plastic wrap and then a layer of foil. Place into a large resealable bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen on a parchment-lined baking sheet, separating the triangles slightly. Adjust baking time as needed.