The Best Fillings for Savoury Scones

As you may know, the most basic of all savoury scones is also the easiest to make. Having a plain scone means you can pair it with absolutely any filling or scone topping you can imagine. Take a look at this recipe and its delicious filling ideas.

Ingredients

• 15.8 oz self raising flour
• 5.3 oz butter
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup of milk
• 1 pinch of salt

Preparation

The first step is to preheat the oven to Gas 6 or 200 degrees Celsius (400 Fahrenheit). Process the flour and butter until blended. Pour it into a bowl and make a hole in the middle. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk and salt. Pour this mixture into the hole you've created and mix all the ingredients until you get a dry dough.

Next, split the dough into 3 equal parts and press them until flat. Knead slightly and make sure the dough is around 2.50 centimeters (1 inch) thick. Get a glass and cut out circles. Place them upside down on a baking tray (with a baking sheet so they don't stick) and brush them lightly with milk. Bake for 15 minutes until brown. If the dough feels sticky while you shape it, lightly flour your hands and work surface, but avoid adding too much extra flour, as this can make the scones dry.

Filling

As we've mentioned, any fillings go with this simple recipe. Some of the best fillings for savoury scones, in this case, include vegemite and cream cheese, umami paste, herbed butter, pesto and grated Parmesan or Goat's cheese with some sun-dried tomatoes on top. For a more substantial snack, add a handful of salad leaves or sliced vegetables after cutting the scone in half.

Cheese and bacon scones are among the most loved savoury scones. The procedure to make them does not differ very much from plain scones; you just have to add these extra ingredients that will give your scones some extra flavour at the appropriate time. Take a look.

Ingredients

• 15.8 oz self raising flour
• 5.3 oz butter
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup of milk
• 1 pinch of salt
• 3 slices of bacon without rind
• 3.5 oz cheddar cheese

Preparation

The first step to make cheese and bacon scones is to cook the slices of bacon in a frying pan until golden. Line them on paper until cool. Next, follow the instructions you'll find in the first paragraph of the recipe above to make the dough. Once you have split the dough into 3 parts and pressed them, cut the slices of bacon and shred the cheese. Sprinkle them evenly on all three parts. Knead until perfectly mixed. Flatten them out until you get a 2.5 centimeter (1 inch) thickness and cut out the pieces with a glass. Put them upside down on a baking sheet and tray and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until they have completely risen. Let the bacon cool before adding it to the dough so the butter does not soften too much. If the dough becomes warm and difficult to handle, chill it briefly before cutting out the scones.

Filling

The best ingredient to fill these scones with is butter, especially if you eat them warm, as the butter will melt inside and will give a delicious texture. Another great option to fill your scones with is pesto, tomato jam or mustard too. You can add the filling just before serving to keep the scones from becoming soggy.

If you want to give your scones a fully Mediterranean flavour, then this recipe is for you. Make these scones with olives and sun-dried tomatoes for that umami taste that leaves your mouth watering.

Ingredients

• 15.8 oz self raising flour
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 5.3 oz butter
• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup of milk
• 1 pinch of salt
• 10 black olives
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 oz sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 oz feta cheese

Preparation

Mix the flour, baking powder, cayenne pepper and olive oil, and add one tablespoon of the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes. Mix until you get a thick mixture and add the feta (previously cut into cubes), cut-up olives and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Get a second bowl and beat the eggs and milk until blended. Make a well in the first bowl and pour in half the egg and milk mixture. Mix together to create a dough and add the other half of the mixture.

Roll out the dough to get 1 inch thickness and use a glass to create the shape of the scones. Place the scones on the baking tray, brush them lightly with milk and bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Handle the dough gently once the wet ingredients are added, as overmixing can make the scones less tender.

Filling

The best filling for these scones is some more feta cheese to bring out all of the flavours, though you can also add some arugula, capers or cream cheese. A few fresh herbs can work well too, especially if you want to complement the olives and tomatoes without adding another strong flavour.

Who said vegans can't have scones? Where there's a will, there's a way! They are as delicious as regular savoury scones and you can pair them with your favorite vegan soup such as tomato soup.

Ingredients

• 8 oz self raising flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon flax flour
• 1.5 oz vegan margarine
• 1 tablespoon water
• 3 tablespoonfuls yeast flakes
• 1 pinch of salt
• 150ml soya milk

Preparation

The first step to make vegan savoury scones is the same as in the rest of the recipes: preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 Celsius. Put the flour, flaxmeal, cold water, baking powder and margarine in a bowl. Mix well until they are blended together and get a breadcrumb-like texture. Add the yeast flakes, salt and a pinch of pepper and mix. Keep the margarine cold until you use it, as this helps create a light, crumbly texture.

Create a well in the middle of the dough and pour in the soya milk. Mix until you have a uniform dough and put it on a floured surface. Cut it into three parts and knead the dough. Roll the three parts so they have a 1 inch thickness and cut with a glass. Put each scone on the baking tray and lightly brush with the soya milk. Finally, bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Check that the scones are golden on top before taking them out, and leave them to cool slightly so they are easier to slice.

Filling

As these are like plain scones, there are plenty of options for you to fill this vegan scone. A great idea is to cut up some fresh tomatoes and avocado. Another idea is to spread some delicious hummus or olive patè. You can season the tomato and avocado with a little salt and pepper just before serving to bring out their flavour.

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