Savory Ham and Cheese Scones with flaky texture and gooey interior

Ham and Cheese Scones

Ham and Cheese Scones. If you’ve ever had that sudden craving for something warm, cheesy, and snacky in the middle of a lazy weekend (or let’s be honest, during a work lunch you totally forgot to pack for) then you probably get why I’m here raving about these scones.

Ham and Cheese Scones land somewhere between a biscuit and a fluffy muffin, but also… who really cares what you call it after that first bite? I mean, it’s something my kid will eat, my neighbor always “randomly” pops over for, and trust me, not one crumb lives to see tomorrow.

If your breakfast or snack game is feeling a bit blah, these are basically that “push here to reboot joy” button for your tastebuds.
Ham and Cheese Scones

What’s So Special About Ham and Cheese Scones?

Alright, storytime. This is the only thing I bake that actually makes my husband drift into the kitchen—literally nose in the air, cartoon-style. The magic? Ham and Cheese Scones are like the savory cousin of the classic sweet scone, and let’s be honest, sometimes you just want something salty at breakfast. They check every box: soft inside, crispy on the outside, cheesy gooey pockets, and then surprise! Bits of smoky ham.

And if you’ve got some leftover ham from a holiday or deli run, even better. This recipe turned me from “eh, scones are fussy” to “let’s whip up a batch for no reason whatsoever.” Also, the smell. Neighbor-trick-level good.

“My whole family goes nuts when I pull these out of the oven—my mom literally asked me for the recipe three weekends in a row.” – Jenny, actual human and scone enthusiast

Ingredients You Actually Need

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (just regular stuff, nothing fancy)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (I totally guess this, always)
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, cold (important! you want the flaky thing)
  • 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (it HAS to be sharp, trust me)
  • 1/2 cup diced ham (leftovers? deli ham? Whatever’s hanging out in your fridge)
  • 2/3 cup milk (good ol’ 2% or whole, but honestly, whatever you drink)
  • 2 large eggs

How to Actually Make Ham and Cheese Scones

Listen, scones are seriously less work than they look. Here’s how I do it:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss together flour, baking powder, salt, pepper. No fancy whisking, just mix with a fork.
  3. Cut in the cold butter—use your fingers if you have to. Tiny pea-size chunks are the move.
  4. Stir in cheese and ham.
  5. In another bowl, quickly whisk the milk and eggs, then mix that right into the flour-butter stuff until just combined (don’t overthink it, just don’t stir forever).
  6. Plop the dough onto a baking sheet. Shape it into a fat circle. Cut into 8 wedges, kinda like pizza slices.
  7. Space the wedges out a bit and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until golden and puffed.

Pull them out, try not to burn yourself sneaking a corner piece… I always fail. Some people let them cool. I won’t judge you if you don’t.

Best Ways to Eat (or Serve) Ham and Cheese Scones

Alright, listen up, because you might be surprised how versatile these little guys are:

  • Warm out of the oven with a bit of butter = otherworldly.
  • Toss a fried or scrambled egg on top and call it the world’s coziest breakfast sandwich.
  • Pair with soup (tomato if you wanna be extra) or a salad and it’s basically a five-star lunch.
  • You could even split them and fill with more cheese. No one’s stopping you.

Why You’ll End Up Making These Again

Here it is. Ham and Cheese Scones don’t require fancy mystery ingredients. You can totally freestyle the filling if you’re out of ham (think bacon, scallions… it’s a choose-your-own-adventure really). They bake up fast, the cleanup isn’t scary, and you’ll look like a genius even if yours come out lopsided. In my house, these make people happy—zero leftovers, zero regrets.

Try ‘em once. Seriously, you’ll be glad you did.

Ham and Cheese Scones

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Ham and Cheese Scones

Deliciously warm and cheesy scones with savory bits of ham, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.

  • Author: helth-recipe
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 stick unsalted butter, cold
  • 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced ham
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until pea-sized chunks remain.
  4. Stir in the cheese and ham.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs, then mix into the flour mixture until just combined.
  6. Plop the dough onto a baking sheet and shape it into a circle. Cut into 8 wedges.
  7. Space the wedges and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until golden and puffed.
  8. Enjoy warm, ideally with butter or as a breakfast sandwich.

Notes

These scones are incredibly versatile; feel free to switch up the filling with bacon or scallions.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 scone
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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