Cheese & Bacon Butter Bath Scones – The Ultimate Savory Treat! ๐Ÿง€๐Ÿฅ“


 

1. Make the Dough

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Whisk flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and paprika.

  • Cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs form.

  • Stir in cheddar and bacon.

  • Mix cream + egg, then fold into dry ingredients until just combined.

2. Shape & Cut

  • Pat dough into a 1-inch thick circle on a floured surface.

  • Cut into 8 wedges and place on a parchment-lined tray.

  • Brush tops with extra cream.

3. Bake & Soak

  • Bake 15-18 minutes until golden.

  • While baking, mix melted butter, parsley, garlic powder, and thyme.

  • Right after baking, drench scones in the butter bath.

4. Serve Warm!

  • Best eaten fresh—but good luck stopping at one!


Pro Tips for the Best Scones

๐Ÿ”ฅ Extra flaky? Freeze butter cubes 10 mins before using.
๐Ÿง€ Cheesy upgrade? Add ½ cup grated Parmesan to the dough.
๐ŸŒถ Spicy kick? Mix in ½ tsp cayenne or diced jalapeรฑos.
๐ŸงŠ Freeze for later? Shape unbaked scones, freeze, then bake from frozen (+5 mins).


FAQs

Can I use buttermilk?

Yes! Replace cream with ½ cup buttermilk + reduce baking powder to 2 tsp.

Why are my scones dense?

Overmixing—stop as soon as dough comes together.

Can I make these ahead?

Refrigerate shaped dough overnight, then bake fresh.


Serving Ideas

☕ Brunch: Pair with scrambled eggs & coffee
๐Ÿต Soup side: Serve with tomato bisque
๐Ÿป Game day: Great with beer or cider


Final Thoughts

These Cheese & Bacon Butter Bath Scones are savory, buttery perfection—crispy edges, fluffy centers, and packed with flavor.

Warning: You’ll be asked to make these weekly.

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