Cheddar & Chive Scones

 

2 1/2 cups flour
2 Tbls sugar
1 Tbls baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup butter
3 eggs
2/3 cup buttermilk
2/3 cup grated sharp cheddar
1/4 cup grated sharp cheddar (to top scones)
1/4 cup chopped chives

Preheat oven to 375 F.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut the butter into the flour with a pastry cutter. Stir in the cheddar and chives.

Whisk 2 eggs and combine with the buttermilk. Add to the flour mixture and stir until just moist.

Turn the dough out onto a well floured surface and knead lightly. Cut dough in half. Roll each half into a circle about 3/4" thick. Cut each circle into 4 wedges. Whisk remaining egg in a small dish and brush on top of the scones.

Let the scones rest for about 10 minutes before baking. Sprinkle each scone with about a tablespoon of grated cheddar.

Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.