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Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones

September 21, 2020 by Faith 20 Comments

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These flaky, buttery Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones feature subtle nuttiness from Swiss cheese that’s accentuated with a hint of thyme.

Close Up Front View of Cheese and Thyme Scones on Wooden Table

When the weather starts to cool down, there’s nothing like a hot bowl of soup and fresh bread (in any form) to warm up with.

Making homemade bread is a great weekend project, but during the week fresh biscuits or scones are more manageable.

To make sure that you have time to whip these scones up when it’s time for dinner, you can make the dough (which is just a 10 minute affair!) either the night before or in the morning on the same day that you want to make them.

Thyme and Swiss cheese are a really tasty flavor profile. The earthy brightness of thyme and the nuttiness of Swiss cheese go really well.

Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones with Description

What to Serve with Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones

For a kid-friendly meal, I served these scones with Vegetable Beef Alphabet Soup, but the flavors lend themselves to being paired with just about anything.

Additionally, these Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones dress up well and can be paired with a more grown-up meal. A French classic like Coq au Vin or Boeuf Bourguignon would be delicious!

And if you have any scones leftover the next day, they are wonderful split in half and toasted, or you can make them into little turkey sandwiches.

Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones Recipe on Cutting Board with Bowl of Soup in Background

More Scone Recipes to Make:

  • Small Batch Maple Walnut Scones for Two
  • Lemon Blueberry Scones
  • Cherry Vanilla Sour Cream Scones
  • Peach Pie Scones with Vanilla Glaze
  • Savory Scones with Scallion and Cheese
  • Cinnamon Scones
  • Pumpkin Scones

Close Up of Savory Cheese and Thyme Scone on Parchment Paper

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Close Up Front View of Cheese and Thyme Scones on Wooden Table

Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones

These flaky, buttery Savory Swiss Cheese and Thyme Scones feature subtle nuttiness from Swiss cheese that's accentuated with a hint of thyme.
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Course: Bread, Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 10 scones
Calories: 259kcal
Author: Faith Gorsky

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter chilled and diced
  • 5 ounces Swiss cheese or Emmentaler cheese, shredded
  • 3 scallions green and white parts, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup sliced)
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk plus 1-2 tablespoons more as necessary
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat liner.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and thyme in a large bowl.
  • Cut in the butter with a fork or using two butter knives until the butter is mostly incorporated, but there are a few larger pieces about the size of peas. Stir in 2/3 of the shredded cheese until it’s completely coated with flour (the 1/3 of the shredded cheese for topping).
  • Use a fork to mix in the cream and then the milk until the dough comes together; knead it a couple times with your hands. (The dough should come together, but not be too wet; if the dough is still too crumbly, you can add milk a little at a time until it comes together.)
  • Shape the dough into a ball, then flatten it into a disk; wrap it in plastic wrap and chill 10 minutes in the freezer. (Or chill it in the fridge a couple hours or overnight.)
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or press the dough out to a circle about 7 to 8 inches in diameter and 3/4 inch thick. Use a floured 2 1/2 inch round cookie cutter to stamp out the scones, then gather up the dough scraps and repeat as necessary (you should get 8 to 10 scones).
  • Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet, lightly brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle on the remaining 1/3 of the shredded cheese.
  • Bake until the scones are puffed and light golden brown on top and bottom, about 14 to 16 minutes.

Helpful Tips

  • To make ahead, prepare the dough, wrap it in plastic wrap, and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days before rolling out the dough and baking the scones. To make the dough easier to roll out, let it sit for 10 minutes at room temperature first.

Nutrition

Serving: 1scone | Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 212mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 504IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 2mg
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This post was first published on An Edible Mosaic on September 19, 2014. I updated it with more information on September 21, 2020.

Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links to products I believe in, which means that even though it doesn’t cost you anything extra, I will receive a small amount of money from the sale of these items. Thank you for helping to support An Edible Mosaic!

Filed Under: Biscuits and Scones Tagged: Breakfast, Brunch, Recipes, Savory Scones, Scones, Side Dishes for Dinner, Swiss Cheese, Tea Time, Thyme

Comments

  1. Mrs. Williams says

    October 19, 2020 at 1:51 am

    Hello – excited to try this recipe! It didn’t say, but may I assume that the scallions go in step #2, with most of the other ingredients? Thank you.

    Reply
    • Faith says

      October 19, 2020 at 8:02 am

      Mrs. Williams, I’m glad you want to try this recipe, I hope you enjoy it! Like the recipe says, the scallion gets added in step 4. Please let me know if you have any other questions!

      Reply
  2. lori says

    June 16, 2016 at 10:54 am

    I am making these today, with lemon dill salmon, roasted veggies and your lovely scones, and a Lemon Layer Cake!

    Reply
    • Faith says

      June 16, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      Lori, That sounds like a lovely meal – I hope you enjoy the scones! :)

      Reply
  3. Renee says

    May 3, 2016 at 8:29 pm

    I made these for a bake sale at my work for Habitat for Humanity. They were a hit! I only had salted butter and with all the cheese, I wish I had picked up Unsalted Butter, but they were still delicious. Immediately pulling them out of the oven I topped each with just the tips of fresh thyme, three tiny little leaves. I had coworkers asking for the recipe. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Barbara says

    September 21, 2014 at 7:36 am

    Very unusual scones, Faith! I’m wondering if I have the ingredients in the kitchen to make them today. Love them with soup!

    Reply
  5. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    September 20, 2014 at 1:24 am

    These scones look so incredibly cheesy and delicious.. perfect to be paired with a good relish and glass of wine. I definitely must recreate the recipe, thanks for the great idea!

    Reply
  6. [email protected] n Dishes says

    September 19, 2014 at 3:42 pm

    I’m from Victoria B.C. originally, where every bakery bakes scones, and we eat all kinds of scones in all kinds of ways. Now that I live in Florida, I sure miss a good scone. These scones look de-lish, and now I’m totally craving them!

    Reply
  7. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    September 19, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    These scones make me wish I had more time for savory baking, they look incredible!

    Reply
  8. Suzanne @ Flour Arrangements says

    September 19, 2014 at 12:20 pm

    Super light and fluffy looking! Can’t wait to make these.

    Reply
  9. Ksenia @ At the Immigrant's Table says

    September 19, 2014 at 7:33 am

    Those look unbelievably flaky and rich. Hope it makes for a good weekend!

    Reply
  10. Rosa says

    September 19, 2014 at 3:49 am

    They look wonderful! A great weekend treat. Perfect with a glass of white wine or a beer.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  11. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

    September 19, 2014 at 3:26 am

    I love savoury scones! These sound delicious!

    Reply

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