Golden, flaky, and infused with the delicate sweetness of Kanuka honey, these scones are the perfect balance of savory and sweet.
Scone ingredients:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 stick cold salted butter, shredded (like cheese)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons Kanuka honey
Honey Butter Topping:
4 tablespoons salted butter
1-2 teaspoons Kanuka honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
fresh chopped basil or parsley
sea salt
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 425° F / 220° C. Coat cast iron skillet with butter.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Using your hands, mix in 1 stick of shredded butter and the cheddar cheese. Pour over the milk and add the Kanuka honey. Mix until just combined.
3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Pat into a 1 inch / 3cm thick rectangle. Fold one side into the center, then the other side on top. Like a letter. Turn the dough horizontally. Flatten into a rectangle again. Repeat the folding. Turn the dough horizontally one more time. Flatten into a 3/4 inch / 2cm thick rectangle.
4. Using a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into 3-inch / 8cm circles. Re-roll the remaining dough and cut more circles. Arrange the biscuits in the prepared skillet. Brush the tops with milk. Arrange 2 tablespoons of butter around the biscuits. Bake until golden brown, 20-22 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, make the honey butter. In a small saucepan set over low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter with the honey and garlic powder. Remove from the heat. Add the basil or parsley.
5. Serve the biscuits warm with honey butter and flaky salt.
