These cheddar and chive savory scones are light, flaky, and packed with cheesy goodness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side with soup, these homemade buttermilk scones come together quickly with simple ingredients. If you’re looking for an easy, buttery scone recipe that’s both savory and satisfying, this one’s a must-try!
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Why I Love These Savory Scones
This recipe is straight from my grandma's cookbook. She would whip up these cheddar and chive scones to serve alongside her famous chicken and vegetable soup. It has to be one of my favorite meals that she would make, and since I've shared the soup recipe on the blog already, I had to share these recipes with you, too!
The cheesy, savory flavor goes so well with a variety of dishes, so you can serve these scones with anything you're making for dinner! Everyone will love them, too. I've made these for my nieces plenty of times, and they always love them. Sometimes, it's all I can get them to eat for dinner!
Ingredients You'll Need
Here's everything you'll need to make these scones:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup salted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup grated sharp cheddar
- ⅛ cup chopped chives
How to Make Cheddar and Chive Savory Scones
Just a handful of steps are all you have to follow to make these cheddar cheese scones.
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or a food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the shredded cheddar and chopped chives.
Step 2: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk.
Pour into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. The dough will be slightly sticky—be careful not to overmix.
Step 3: Shape and Cut the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it lightly just until it comes together. Shape it into a round disk about ¾ inch thick, then cut into four equal wedges.
Step 4: Rest and Bake
Let the scones rest for 10 minutes before baking to help them rise. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
Step 5: Serve Warm
Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm with butter or alongside your favorite soup or salad.
My Expert Tips
- Use Cold Butter: Keeping the butter cold helps create flaky layers in the scones.
- Don’t Overmix the Dough: Stir just until combined—overmixing can make the scones dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Sharp Cheddar is Best: The stronger the cheese, the more flavor you’ll get in every bite.
- Let the Dough Rest: Allowing the dough to sit for 10 minutes before baking helps the scones rise better.
- Make Them Ahead: These scones freeze well—just bake, cool, and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
FAQs About This Cheddar Chive Scones Recipe
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Yes! Gouda, Parmesan, or even crumbled feta would work well in this recipe.
How do I store leftover scones?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes before serving.
Can I make these scones without buttermilk?
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing ⅓ cup of milk with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar.
Can I make mini scones?
Absolutely! Simply divide the dough into smaller portions and reduce the baking time by 3-5 minutes.
My Final Thoughts
These cheddar and chive savory scones are the perfect balance of flaky, buttery, and cheesy goodness. Whether you serve them with breakfast, as a side for dinner, or enjoy them on their own, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your home. Try them out, and let me know how they turn out!
More Recipes with Chives To Make Next
- Cheddar chive biscuits
- Chive and onion cream cheese
- Sour cream and chive dip
- Sour cream and chive mashed potatoes
Cheddar and Chive Savory Scones From My Grandma's Cookbook
These cheddar and chive savory scones are light, flaky, and packed with cheesy goodness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side with soup, these homemade buttermilk scones come together quickly with simple ingredients. If you’re looking for an easy, buttery scone recipe that’s both savory and satisfying, this one’s a must-try!
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup grated sharp cheddar
- ⅛ cup chopped chives
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
2. Add the cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or a food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives until evenly distributed
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and mix in the buttermilk. Pour this mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The dough will be sticky.
5. Transfer the sticky dough onto a well-floured surface and knead it lightly just until it comes together.
6. Shape the dough into a round disk about ¾ inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut each round into four equal wedges.
7. Let the scones rest for about 10 minutes before baking to allow the baking powder to activate, which will help them rise better.
8. Place the scones on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
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