Savory Sourdough Ham and Cheese Scones From Scratch
These savory sourdough ham and cheese scones are the perfect way to use up leftover holiday ham. They're simple and easy to whip up and make the perfect lunch throughout the week. Each bit is full of cheddar cheese, tangy sourdough, and bits of ham. Eat them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You won't be disappointed!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 6 Tbsp butter (cold)
- 1 cup fed sourdough or discard
- 3/4 cup milk (diary or dairy-free)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup small ham pieces (small chunks, small slices, however, you desire)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with butter and a dusting of flour.
- Slice ham into small chunks or pieces and set aside.
- Combine flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
- Grate the butter or use a fork to cut the butter into flour to form pea size pebbles.
- Add in sourdough starter, milk, ham pieces, and cheese.
- Mix ingredients until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Shaping Dough
- On a floured surface, turn your scone dough out onto the countertop.
- Use your hands to shape fold the dough 2 times into an envelope shape to create layers.
- Then use your hands again to shape the dough into a 2-3 inch high circle.
- Take a knife or bench scraper and cut dough into 8 pieces like a pie.
Baking
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet one by one onto the sheet pan about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit. The bottom of the scones should be golden brown.