Name: Jalapeno Cheese Scones
Yield: Makes around 10, depending on the size you prefer
Ingredients: 2 tbsp pickled jalapenos from a jar, drained; a pinch of salt and black pepper; 240 g plain flour, plus extra for dusting; 100 g mature Cheddar cheese; 4 tbsp milk or water; 4 tbsp light cooking oil; 125 g full-fat cream cheese; 2 eggs; 1 tbsp baking powder

Preparation info

Makes around
10
, depending on the size you prefer

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Good Food For Bad Days

By Jack Monroe

Published 2020

About

These fiery little scones require just a few minutes’ work before they’re popped in the oven – ideal for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or any time of day. I like mine with a poached egg for breakfast, and I’ve heard a rumour that it’s pretty good stuffed with crispy bacon, too.

Ingredients

100 g mature Cheddar cheese
2 tbsp pickled jalapenos from a jar, drained
125

Method

Finely grate your Cheddar cheese and very finely chop your jalapenos. Combine in a small bowl and set to one side.

Measure the cream cheese into a large mixing bowl, then add the milk or water, oil and one of your eggs. Beat thoroughly until they combine into a uniform mixture. Add your baking powder, salt and pepper, cheese and jalapenos, and mix again.

Add the flour <