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
🔥 Extra flaky? Freeze butter cubes 10 mins before using.
🧀 Cheesy upgrade? Add ½ cup grated Parmesan to the dough.
🌶 Spicy kick? Mix in ½ tsp cayenne or diced jalapeños.
🧊 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
🍵 Soup side: Serve with tomato bisque
🍻 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.
