Name: Jalapeno Cheddar Scones
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12 scones
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2.5 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar; 1 tbsp baking powder; 0.25 tsp salt; 0.75 cup cold salted butter; 0.25 cup fresh jalapeños (remove seeds)*; 1.25 cups cheddar cheese; 0.5 cup buttermilk; 1 egg

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Jalapeno Cheddar Scones

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Preheat the oven to 400℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Cut the cold cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter until the pieces of butter are the size of peas. Fold in the chopped jalapeños and shredded cheese.

In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Add to the flour/butter mixture and gently fold with a spatula until the dough just starts to come together. Turn the contents of the bowl onto the countertop and knead/press the mixture just until the dough comes together.

Shape the dough into 3 even rounds each about 1 inch thick. Cut each round into 4 even wedges using a pizza cutter or large knife and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 17-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Butter Freeze Technique 🧊
Freeze your butter for 15-20 minutes before cutting it into the flour to ensure maximum flakiness and prevent overworking the dough.
Seed Removal Pro Tip 🌶️
When removing jalapeño seeds, wear disposable gloves to prevent skin irritation and carefully scrape out the white membranes for controlled heat level.
Cheese Coating Trick 🧀
Toss grated cheddar and chopped jalapeños in a tablespoon of flour before mixing into the dough to prevent sinking and ensure even distribution.
Scone Shaping Secret 📐
Use a bench scraper or sharp knife to create clean, straight cuts when dividing your scone dough for uniform baking and professional appearance.
Moisture Lock Technique 💦
Brush the tops of the scones with extra buttermilk just before baking to create a golden, slightly crisp exterior while maintaining internal softness.