Cheddar and Jalapeño Scones

Cheddar and jalapeno scones are just the perfect afternoon snack.

Or better yet, alongside this delicious Aztec Soup. The subtle spiciness of the jalapeno lifts any meal.

Sometimes playing outside the comfort zone is so much and so rewarding. I have wanted to make scones for what seems a very long time.

I also added a new pretty Lodge cast-iron 12-inch skillet to my kitchen and could not wait to use it.

Lodge cast-iron is one of my favorite cast iron, and I can always rely on the results.

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Easy to make jalapeno scones.

Those scones will surprise you with how fast you can make them. I use my KitchenAid stand mixer. However, a hand mixer will do the job perfectly as well.

Please ensure the butter is chilled so it will be easy to work with the flour. Cheddar, jalapeno, and oven they go.

I medium-grated the sharp cheddar cheese. Mild cheddar will do well too.

Is a Jalapeno a chili or a pepper?

The jalapeno is a medium-sized chili pepper. Once mature, they are around 2 to 3 inches in length and are picked and enjoyed while still bright green.

When you see a red jalapeno, it is fully ripened.

The seeds are the little devils that will bring on most of the heat.

I recommend removing all the seeds and interior membranes to eliminate setting your mouth on fire. It has a kick.

The below jalapeno from my garden. It is a fight with the squirrels that love them too.

How do you remove the seeds from a jalapeno?

Simple. With a small sharp knife, cut off the stem.

Take your knife and slice the jalapeno lengthwise.

Gently start cutting off slices of the jalapeno paying attention to leaving the center core intact.

Once you have finished removing the center core filled with the seeds, toss them and remove some of the light green membranes with the knife blade.

You will have a full-of-flavor jalapeno minus the heat by doing the above.

I also wash it under cold running water to remove any seeds that may be stubborn and do not want to separate themselves.

Cooking tips and step-by-step instructions to create this excellent Cheddar and Jalapeno Scones

You can use a dough blender to prepare the dough or a KitchenAid mixer fitted with a paddle hook. Once the flour and butter are blended, they will be crumbly and sticky.

• The dough may be sticky; using the flour on a silicone nonstick pastry mat or marble board will eliminate the sticking part.
• Grease well the cast iron skillet. This will ensure that no part will stick to the borders of your skillet.
• Cut the dough into 12 wedges and place them into the skillet.
• You can also use a scones cast iron skillet. If you choose, please adjust the cooking process as it may bake faster at the tip end versus the more significant part.
• Do not skip on the egg wash brushed over the top. It will give it a shiny, inviting look when you pull them out of the oven.

How to enjoy your jalapeno scones.

Once they are out of the oven, you can enjoy them when they are still warm.

Give it a spin by mixing butter with honey, split the scones in half, and spread it in the middle.

Drizzle honey and enjoy just like that.

They are the perfect companion to any soup.

How about making a small sandwich with it by splitting it in half,  spreading butter, and adding your favorite jambon or prosciutto? Yummy and so much fun to eat.

Storing information

Once completely cooled, you can store them in an airtight glass container or, at room temperature, in a bread box.

Products and Equipment used to prepare those delicious Cheddar and Jalapeno Scones.

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Originally published on March 30, 2021.