Marmite and cheddar cheese scones
These scones are packed with creamy, salty cheese and bold Marmite flavour. Great for lunchboxes, with soup or to spread with butter and enjoy alone.
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Servings
6 scones
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Ingredients
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Small saucepan
- Sieve
- Wooden spoon
- Table knife
- Baking sheet lined with baking paper
- Cutter or sharp knife
- Tea towel
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Top tips
Best eaten warm from the oven.
Method
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Step 1
Heat oven to 200°C/gas 6.
Step 2
Warm a little of the milk in the small saucepan with the Marmite and stir until dissolved and combine with the rest of the milk, allow to cool.
Step 3
Sift flour and baking powder into the bowl. Rub in the diced butter until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the cheese.
Step 4
Mix the milk and Marmite mixture with the egg, add to the dry ingredients and stir with the table knife until the dough starts to come together.
Step 5
Place the dough on a floured surface and knead lightly till smooth and pat out till 3cm thick and use a cutter or knife to portion the dough.
Step 6
Place on a lined baking sheet and sprinkle with water and cook for 15 minutes until well risen and golden brown.
Step 7
Once out of the oven, cover with a clean tea towel and allow to cool.
