Cheesy Pear Scones
Recipe: #27028
July 31, 2017
Categories: Breads, Dinner rolls or other breads, Cheese, British, Brunch, Oven Bake, Vegetarian, Flour, Butter/Margarine, Kosher Dairy, Scones, more
"This recipe is a combination of sweet and savory as is traditionally served in a Welsh tea of bread, butter, jam and cheese. These scones can be served as a sweet course with jam, or as savory course with cheese and chutney. As Caerphilly cheese may be difficult to find in the U.S. without mortgaging your home to Whole Foods, a decent substitute would be white cheddar."
Original is 12 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (55.9 g)
- Calories 123.9
- Total Fat - 4.9 g
- Saturated Fat - 2.8 g
- Cholesterol - 12.7 mg
- Sodium - 122.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 15.6 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.4 g
- Sugars - 1.4 g
- Protein - 5.8 g
- Calcium - 118.8 mg
- Iron - 0.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 2.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a large baking sheet and set aside.
Step 2
Sieve the flour, salt and baking powder into a bowl and lightly rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Step 3
Stir in 2 oz of the cheese and the dried pears and stir in enough of the yogurt and milk to form a soft dough.
Step 4
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently. Roll or pat out the dough until it is 3/4 inch thick. Using a 2 inch biscuit cutter, cut the dough into rounds and place them on the baking sheet, leaving a little space in between each one.
Step 5
Brush the tops with milk and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until risen and golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Serve warm or cold.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the butter, try to use Welsh butter if possible for the best flavor.
- If Caerphilly cheese is not available, white cheddar can be used as a substitute.
- Instead of Caerphilly cheese, substitute white cheddar cheese. This substitution provides a milder flavor and is easier to find in the U.S. than Caerphilly.
- Instead of self-rising flour, substitute all-purpose flour and baking soda. This substitution will give the scones a lighter texture and a more consistent rise.
Savory Herb Scones Replace the Caerphilly cheese with an equal amount of feta cheese and add 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dough before kneading. Omit the dried pears and sprinkle the tops of the scones with the feta cheese, oregano, parsley, and garlic powder.
Welsh Rarebit: This classic Welsh dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Cheesy Pear Scones. The creamy, cheesy sauce is the perfect savory counterpoint to the sweet scones. It's easy to make and can be served hot or cold.
Creamy Spinach Salad: This light and creamy spinach salad is a great accompaniment to the Cheesy Pear Scones. It's full of fresh and flavorful ingredients like spinach, tomatoes, and feta cheese, and the creamy dressing adds a nice contrast to the sweetness of the scones. It's a great way to add a healthy and delicious side dish to the meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of cheese can I use if I can't find Caerphilly cheese?
A: White cheddar is a decent substitute for Caerphilly cheese.
Q: How do I store Caerphilly cheese?
A: Caerphilly cheese should be stored in the refrigerator, wrapped in wax paper or parchment paper, and placed in an airtight container. It should be consumed within a few days of purchase.
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Fun facts:
The Welsh cheese used in this recipe, Caerphilly, is said to have been invented by a farmer in the 19th century who wanted to create a cheese that could be eaten by miners in the South Wales valleys.
This recipe is said to have been served at a tea party hosted by Queen Victoria at Buckingham Palace in 1841.