Paula Deen's Parmesan Scones

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of Paula Deen's Parmesan Scones, a savory twist on the classic baked treat that’s perfect for brunch, snacks, or as a side to your favorite soup or salad. These golden, flaky scones are made with a blend of all-purpose flour, cold cubed butter, and a generous helping of grated Parmesan cheese for a deliciously cheesy flavor in every bite. A touch of heavy cream brings the dough together, while an optional egg wash gives them a beautifully crisp, golden finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make scones are cut into rustic wedges and baked to perfection. Whether served warm from the oven or cooled to enjoy later, they’re an irresistible blend of comfort and sophistication sure to impress any crowd.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.75 cup heavy cream
• 1 large egg (for egg wash, optional)
• 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter, a fork, or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.

Step 5

Gradually add the heavy cream to the dry mixture, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick.

Step 7

Cut the circle into 8 equal wedges, and transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each wedge.

Step 8

If desired, make an egg wash by whisking together the egg and water. Brush the tops of each scone with the egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 9

Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(659.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2459.9

Total Fat 154.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 611mg	0%
Sodium 3692.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 55.5g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 735.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 335.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 33.4%