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a ham and cheese scone topped with horseradish cream on a white plate.
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Small Batch Ham and Cheese Scones

Savory ham and cheese scones filled with diced ham, melted Gruyère cheese, and a touch of horseradish for subtle heat. Flaky, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Cool5 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheese scones, ham and cheese scones, ham scones, scones, small batch scones
Servings: 4 scones
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Scones

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch coarsely ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter -cold and cut into small pieces
  • 1 large egg -separated (yolk goes in the batter, white is used for brushing tops)
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish
  • 3 ounces ham -diced
  • 2 ounces Gruyère cheese -shredded, plus 2 tablespoons more for topping; cheddar works too
  • ½ ounce scallions -chopped

For the Horseradish Cream (optional)

  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon horseradish
  • ⅛ salt
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silicone baking mat
  • In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
  • Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or your hands until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk, milk, and horseradish. Add to the flour mixture and stir just until combined.
  • Gently fold in ham, cheese, and scallions.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead briefly and shape into a circle. If sticky, add a little more flour.
  • Cut into 4 wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Brush tops with egg white and sprinkle with extra cheese.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • Horseradish Cream (Optional): Whip cream, horseradish, and salt with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  • Spoon a tablespoon over each scone.
  • Serve.

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Notes

  • Use Cold Ingredients: Cold butter and milk help create flaky scones.
  • Mix Gently: Overmixing can make the scones dense—stir just until combined.
  • Cut Evenly: Slice the dough into equal wedges for even baking.
  • Preheat the Oven: Make sure your oven is fully heated before baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scone | Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 709mg | Potassium: 225mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 2.6mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 2mg

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