Savory Ricotta Herb Scones
Savory Ricotta Herb Scones are perfect for breakfast, brunch, bridal or baby showers, or as a side dish to most any meal
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 259kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/4 teaspoons sugar
- 5 tablespoons butter, cold and grated
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely minced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- salt, pepper, and paprika for topping
Instructions
- Grate the cheese and place in the refrigerator or freezer to keep cold.
- Chop the green onions and fresh herbs. Set aside.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar into a large bowl.
- Add the cold butter and mix into the flour until it resembles the shape of small peas.
- Stir in the green onions and fresh herbs.
- Add the ricotta cheese and milk. Stir until it is all combined but do not overwork.
- Pour the flour mixture out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead 2-3 times until it begins to form a dough. Do not overwork.
- Press into a circle approximately 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 8 pieces as if you were cutting a pie.
- Place each piece onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the tops with sea salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Bake in a preheated 425-degree oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 412mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 680IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 195mg | Iron: 2mg