Bacon and Cheddar Scones

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
3. Step 3: Add cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and egg until well combined.
5. Step 5: Pour the cream mixture over the flour mixture and stir until the dough comes together in a shaggy mass.
6. Step 6: Fold in crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Step 7: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
8. Step 8: Pat the dough into a circle that is about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
9. Step 9: Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out scones. Gather the scraps, re-form the dough, and cut out additional scones.
10. Step 10: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of space between each scone.
11. Step 11: Brush the tops of the scones with a little extra heavy cream and sprinkle with additional cheddar cheese if desired.
12. Step 12: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.