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by Fatgirlskinny · September 10, 2017

These Cheese Scones are delicious and crunchy on the outside but incredibly soft and fluffy on the inside. They are so cheesy and make the perfect lunch time treat. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save them for later. Either way they are perfect for any one following the Slimming World plan or a calorie deficit.

I have been making this Cheese Scone Recipe for years so when I say it’s pretty fool proof I really do mean it! You make the whole recipe all in one bowl, with minimal mess and it only takes 5-10 minutes. Then throw them in the oven and you’ll have the perfect afternoon snack in 20 – 25 minutes.

You don’t need anything fancy to make these scones, just a standard baking tray, a bowl and the enthusiasm to bake.

The most important thing to remember when making scones is to work the dough as little as possible. It is the exact opposite of breadmaking, where lots of kneading makes for an excellent loaf.

Why you’ll love this recipe….

  • Quick and easy to make
  • Minimal mess
  • Makes the perfect low syn snack
  • Kids love to help and eat them too
  • Great batch cook recipe
  • Perfect for the lunch box
  • A great side to soup
  • So cheesy and tasty
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Batch Cook – Storage Information

  • Fridge: The scones will keep in an airtight container for 2-3 days but nothing beats a freshly baked cheese scone, still warm from the oven!
  • Reheat: It’s best to warm the scone up slightly in the oven or microwave before serving to freshen it up a little.
  • Freezer:These scones freezereally well.Let them cool before freezing. Place in a re-sealable bag or airtight container to protect from freezer burn (a sheet of waxed or parchment paper between them isn’t a bad idea to keep them from sticking to one another). Defrost before enjoying or reheating.

Is this recipe Slimming World friendly?

Many moons ago these scones were classed as Syn free.. it was a sad day when SW decided to Syn Smash.

25g Dried Smash is worth 4.5 Syns.

This sadly means the scones are classed as 2.5 Syns per scone.

But hey, they are delicious and so worth it!! Syns are there to be used right?

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Best Ever Cheese Scones

These Cheese Scones are delicious and crunchy on the outside but incredibly soft and fluffy on the inside. They are so cheesy and make the perfect lunch time treat. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save them for later. Either way they are perfect for any one following the Slimming World plan or a calorie deficit.

Nutritional Information

Slimming World Syns: 2.5 Syns Per Scone [Allow for healthy extra A]

Calories: 131 Per Scone

Weight Watchers Points: Coming Soon

Course Snack

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 8 Scones

Ingredients

  • 40 Grams Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese (Using Healthy Extra A), Grated
  • 100 Grams Smash (Dried)
  • 2 Medium Eggs
  • 300 Grams Fat Free Cottage Cheese with Onion & Chives
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • Pinch Salt
  • Pinch Black Pepper
  • Pinch Dried Mixed Herbs
  • Frylight or low fat cooking spray

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  1. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (7)Lynsey says:

    July 26, 2018 at 4:31 pm

    Just made these! Absolutely lovely.

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  2. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (8)Carolyn Killick says:

    August 10, 2018 at 5:06 pm

    Made these, will be making them again ? Well worth it

    Reply

  3. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (9)Marie says:

    October 11, 2018 at 1:22 pm

    They were lovely but not syn free! Smash is now synned and should be counted the same as flour as it’s not made up with water.

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    • Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (10)Fatgirlskinny says:

      October 12, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      The recipe has now been updated 🙂 I am gradually working through the site checking for recent Syn changes 🙂 At 1 Syn each they are still pretty amazing.

      Reply

  4. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (11)Hannah says:

    October 31, 2018 at 10:09 pm

    These were gorgeous!!!

    Reply

  5. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (12)Carol Phile says:

    March 18, 2019 at 7:52 am

    If Smash is synned the same as flour, can we use flour instead? If so, how much please?

    Reply

    • Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (13)Fatgirlskinny says:

      March 19, 2019 at 10:32 am

      The same amount of flour would 16 syns so i wouldn’t recommend it.. also i don’t know how much flour would be needed to create these compared to the smash i have not tried it.

      Reply

  6. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (14)Amy Chidley says:

    August 19, 2019 at 7:33 am

    Have you worked out a sweet / plain scone recipe? SW used to have one but I just can’t find one anywhere. Really want to have a cream tea for low syns!

    Reply

    • Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (15)Fatgirlskinny says:

      August 19, 2019 at 12:10 pm

      It’s not as easy because flour is very high in syns 🙂 I will have a look when I am next with my baking hat on x

      Reply

  7. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (16)Amy Chidley says:

    August 21, 2019 at 8:07 pm

    Thanks!

    Reply

  8. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (17)Margaret says:

    September 11, 2019 at 9:05 am

    What about trying it with oats 40g blended is your hb choice just a suggestion not made any yet but I’m going to for our next taster x

    Reply

  9. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (18)Carolann says:

    January 5, 2021 at 11:01 am

    This recipe also works fantasy as dumplings in stews and soups. ?

    Reply

  10. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (19)Elaine de B says:

    February 27, 2021 at 2:13 pm

    Can I use Quark instead of cottage cheese

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    • Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (20)Fatgirlskinny says:

      March 1, 2021 at 11:35 pm

      No sorry it needs to be cottage cheese

      Reply

  11. Best Ever Cheese Scones | Slimming World Friendly Recipe - Fatgirlskinny.net | Slimming Recipes, Healthy Eating & Weight Loss (21)Tony says:

    May 19, 2022 at 2:16 pm

    Try diving the mixture into approx 25 small rounds- bake as usual and they make lovely cheese bites for a buffet or use them as croutons in soup—- delicious!,,,

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FAQs

What is the best way to eat a cheese scone? ›

These melt-in-the-mouth cheese scones make a perfect accompaniment to a homemade soup or stew. Alternatively, they're great on their own with a slather of butter, for a quick savoury treat.

How many calories are in cheese scone? ›

Table of Nutritional Information
Typical Valuesper 100gper scone
Energy335kcal235kcal
Fat13.8g9.7g
Saturates9.0g6.3g
Mono-unsaturates3.5g2.5g
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Are scones better with milk or water? ›

You can just use water, that works well. However, you can also use milk, buttermilk, oat milk, and most plant based milks. Using milk instead of water can give a slightly browner scone and a little (but not much) extra flavor.

Do cheese scones contain sugar? ›

The perfect savoury cheese scone recipe – best eaten warm spread liberally with butter! These scones are so easy to whip up for lunchboxes or picnics. Each serving provides 143 kcal, 3g protein, 18g carbohydrates (of which 1g sugars), 6.5g fat (of which 4g saturates), 1g fibre and 0.5g salt.

What is the secret to a perfect scone? ›

These are F&W food editor Kelsey Youngman's favorite tips.
  • For a better rise, use cold butter — or even frozen butter. ...
  • When it comes to mixing, don't overdo it; mix until the dough just comes together. ...
  • Use pastry flour for the lightest scones. ...
  • "Once you've shaped your scones, chill them before baking," Youngman says.
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Should scones be served warm or cold? ›

Your scone should be served warm. It should be delicate enough that you can separate it in half with a twist of your hand.

Are scones unhealthy? ›

A Food Standards Agency (FSA) report has found that the average scone contains 408 calories, with the best – sorry, most fattening – clocking up a remarkable 756 calories and 39.2g of sugar. Add jam and cream to the largest scone tested, and you are talking more than 900 calories.

Who sells cheese scones? ›

Authentic Scottish Bakeries Mature Cheddar Cheese Scones 240g/4 Pack | ALDI.

Do Aldi sell cheese scones? ›

Specially Selected West Country Mature Cheddar & Cracked Black Pepper Scones 4 Pack | ALDI.

What not to do when making scones? ›

Don't add too much flour to the surface when you roll out your dough, it's easy to forget that flour on your work surface still adds to the dough, which can make the scones heavier. Mix the butter into the flour: If you don't start by mixing the flour and butter, your scones can fail to form properly.

Is buttermilk or heavy cream better for scones? ›

Buttermilk has a sour taste.

This is especially true in biscuits and scones. Heavy cream, lacking the sourness, isn't up to this task.

How do queens eat scone? ›

Well, according to Darren McGrady, a former chef who worked for the Royal Family for over 10 years, the Queen prefered jam first. He tweeted: “The Queen always had home-made Balmoral jam first with clotted cream on top at Buckingham Palace garden parties in the royal tea tent and all royal tea parties.”

What do you eat a cheese scone with? ›

Serve your scones with a chunk of local cheese, some ploughman's pickle, and some grapes. It's a simple plate of food but it's utterly delicious and can lend itself to practically any occasion. Cheese and apple are such a good match!

How much saturated fat is in a cheese scone? ›

Nutrition
Calories 332(1387 kJ)
Fat17.7 g25%
Saturated Fat11.7 g59%
Carbohydrate33.7 g
Sugars11.7 g
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Do scones spike blood sugar? ›

If ordering a buttery scone at your local bakery or coffee shop is your go-to coffee pairing, it could be terrible for your diabetes. "That scone is not only loaded with simple carbohydrates (white flour and sugar), but it also contains lots of butter, which is very high in saturated fat.

What is the correct way to eat a scone? ›

The Basics of Eating a Scone Properly

Break apart a small bite-sized portion of scone with your hands or if using a knife, cut the scone horizontally. Use a knife to slather on cream and jam onto the broken-off piece of scone. The bite-sized piece of scone should be eaten in 1-2 bites.

How do you heat a cheese scone? ›

Cheese scones are best served slightly warm rather than hot or at room temperature and can be reheated either for a few minutes in a hot oven or a few seconds in a microwave. They are delicious served with soup but are also excellent served with cream cheese and a sweet chutney (preferably home made).

Do you keep cheese scones in the fridge? ›

Home-made scones generally last 1-2 days stored in an airtight container and placed in a kitchen cupboard or larder. Any longer and they can become a bit dry. If storing scones in the fridge they will last for about a week.

What is the queens way of eating scones? ›

Well, according to Darren McGrady, a former chef who worked for the Royal Family for over 10 years, the Queen prefered jam first. He tweeted: “The Queen always had home-made Balmoral jam first with clotted cream on top at Buckingham Palace garden parties in the royal tea tent and all royal tea parties.”

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