Baked English Stilton and Walnut Scones
Fluffy, golden scones studded with crumbly English Stilton cheese and crunchy walnuts, perfect for afternoon tea. This british-inspired snacks ready in about 33 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, baking powder, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 270 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup English Stilton cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp mustard powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp mustard powder.
- Step 3: Add 6 tbsp cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 4: Fold in 1 cup crumbled English Stilton cheese and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts evenly.
- Step 5: In a separate small bowl, whisk 3/4 cup whole milk with 1 large egg. Pour the milk and egg mixture into the flour mixture and gently stir with a wooden spoon until just combined into a soft dough.
- Step 6: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick round. Use a 2.5-inch round cutter to cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 7: Bake for 15-18 minutes until the scones are risen and golden on top. Remove from oven and cool slightly before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked English Stilton and Walnut Scones take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked English Stilton and Walnut Scones?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked English Stilton and Walnut Scones?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked English Stilton and Walnut Scones for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked English Stilton and Walnut Scones?
British snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
