Manuka Honey & Blue Cheese Savoury Scones with Walnuts

Rich, crumbly, and complex - these scones pair bold blue cheese with earthy walnuts and the subtle sweetness of New Zealand Mānuka honey. Makes a stunning brunch or gourmet picnic item.

Ingredients (makes 8 small scones):

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp sea salt

• 50g cold unsalted butter, cubed

• ½ cup crumbled blue cheese (gorgonzola or roquefort)

• ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts

• ¾ cup milk (or buttermilk)

• 1 ½ tbsp Mānuka honey (plus extra for drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat to 200°C (390°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. Cut in Butter:

   • Add cold butter cubes and rub in with fingers or use a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Add Fillings:

   • Fold in crumbled blue cheese and chopped walnuts.

5. Mix Wet Ingredients:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together milk and Manuka honey until well combined.

6. Combine & Shape:

   • Gently mix wet into dry just until a dough forms (don’t overmix).

   • Turn out onto a floured surface, pat into a 2–3 cm thick circle, and cut into triangles or rounds.

7. Bake:

   • Place on baking tray and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and firm.

8. Finish:

   • While still warm, drizzle a touch more Manuka honey over the top for contrast.