Oatmeal Savory Scones
These Oatmeal Scones are a delectable fusion of hearty oats, tangy cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. They feature a golden, crispy exterior that gives way to a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior, creating a great blend of textures with every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup (160g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (100g) oats
- 2 ½ tsp (10g) baking powder
- 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
- 1 tsp (3g) garlic powder
- 5 tbsp (70g) cold unsalted butter , cut into small cubes
- 1 cup (100g) cheddar cheese , grated
- 3.5 oz (100g) ham or bacon , diced and cooked until crispy
- 1 green onion , chopped
- 1/2 cup (120g) buttermilk , cold
- 1 egg
- olive oil , for brushing
Instructions
- Cook the diced bacon until crispy. Set aside to drain on paper towels.
- Preheat the oven to 400 F (200 C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium-large bowl whisk together flour, oats, salt, baking powder and garlic powder.
- Add the butter cubes, and using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter until the pieces are no bigger than peas.
- Add the grated cheese, cooked crispy bacon and green onion and just give a quick stir to combine with the flour mixture.
- Add the beaten egg and buttermilk to the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Don't overmix.
- Transfer dough onto a floured surface. Shape into a circle of about 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter, then cut into 8 triangles.
- Transfer the scones to the baking sheet. Brush the top with olive oil. Sprinkle oats and salt over them.
- Bake for about 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer to a cooling rack. The scones are best served warm. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 oatmeal sconeCalories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 11.7gFat: 18.1gSaturated Fat: 9.5gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 2817mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.6gCalcium: 191mgIron: 2mg