Sourdough Bacon Cheddar Scones
Looking for a savory, mouthwatering treat that combines the tangy goodness of sourdough with the rich flavors of bacon and cheddar? These Sourdough Bacon Cheddar Scones are the perfect addition to your breakfast, brunch, or snack lineup.
Ingredients
- 5 slices cooked bacon chopped (about ½ cup)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup cold salted stick butter
- ½ cup sourdough starter fed or discard
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 🌾 flour, 🧂 salt, 🥄 baking powder, and 🧄 garlic powder. Whisk to mix.
- Cut in 🧊 cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in 🥓 chopped bacon, 🧀 shredded cheddar, and 🧈 cream cheese until evenly distributed.
- Add 🍞 sourdough starter and 🥛 milk, stirring just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently shape it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving warm.
