Garlic, Cheddar & Chive Scones

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 200C.
• Line a baking tray with baking/parchment paper.
• In a large bowl sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, fresh cracked pepper, sugar and minced garlic (or garlic powder if you’re feeling lazy).
• Cut in the butter using a fork (or your hands) and mix until the butter breaks down into pea-sized pieces.
• In a separate bowl, combine half an egg, cold water, and sour cream. Beat lightly with a fork until just combined.
• Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir with a spoon or spatula until the dough starts to come together.
• Add the chives and ¾ of the cheddar cheese (reserving some for the topping). Mix slightly and then take out the dough onto a lightly floured surface.
• Knead the dough with very light hands to bring it together — do not over knead.
• Pat the dough lightly with the base of your palm to flatten into 1” thickness.
• Cut into rounds using a cookie cutter.
• Reshape and roll the leftover dough scraps to make more scones.
• Place the scones on the baking tray, brush with egg wash, top with cheddar cheese, sprinkle with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper.
• Bake for 16-20 minutes, until golden in colour.
• Serve warm with butter and tea/coffee.