Jersey Royal Potato and Cheddar Scones

Savory scones packed with the delicious flavor of Jersey Royal potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy Jersey butter. A perfect snack highlighting the best of Jersey's local produce.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

40 minutes

Calories

2687 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£0.76/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

350gJersey Royal potatoes(Cooked and cooled, preferably the floury variety)

£1.20

150gStrong Cheddar Cheese(Grated. Use a local Jersey cheddar if available!)

£1.75

225gPlain Flour(Plus extra for dusting)

£0.20

2tspBaking Powder

£0.05

0.5tspSalt

£0.01

0.3tspBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.02

75gJersey Butter(Cold, cubed)

£0.90

75mlJersey Milk(Approximately. Add gradually until the dough comes together)

£0.15

1Egg(For glazing (optional).)

£0.30

Total Cost

£4.58

£0.76 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C Fan/ Gas Mark 6). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
Rice or mash the cooked and cooled Jersey Royal potatoes until smooth with no lumps.
3.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
4.
Add the cold, cubed Jersey butter to the flour mixture and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
5.
Stir in the grated cheddar cheese and mashed Jersey Royal potatoes.
6.
Gradually add the Jersey milk, mixing with a knife or spatula until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
7.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it down to about 2cm (¾ inch) thick.
8.
Use a 6-7cm (2.5-3 inch) round cutter to cut out the scones. Re-roll the scraps to cut out more scones.
9.
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet.
10.
If desired, brush the tops of the scones with a beaten egg for a golden glaze.
11.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and well-risen.
12.
Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm with extra Jersey butter.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (172g)

2687 kcal / 11242 kJ

Carbs

246g

95% of RDA

Fat

149g

213% of RDA

Protein

98g

196% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

18 g

60% of RDA

Sugar

19 g

21% of RDA

Sodium

2540 mg

110% of RDA

Saturated Fat

95 g

475% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use salted Jersey butter and adjust the salt in the recipe accordingly.

Don't overwork the dough, as this will result in tough scones.

Serve with local Jersey Chutney or a dollop of cream cheese for an extra-special treat.

Experiment with adding other seasonal Jersey produce, such as finely chopped spring onions or herbs.

To get the best rise, make sure your baking powder is fresh.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Large Bowl

Baking Sheet

Potato Ricer (optional)

Wine Pairings

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