Bacon and Pepper Jack Scones

Thu, Jun 05, 2025 / 1 min read

Savory, flaky, and loaded with bacon...these scones from Happy Bake Day Show don’t mess around!

This recipe is perfect for brunch spreads, slow mornings, or fueling up before a summer adventure, these Tender Belly Bacon Pepper Jack Scones bring serious flavor with zero fluff. Packed with melty cheese, smoky no-sugar-added bacon, and just the right kick of pepper, this recipe turns simple ingredients into something unforgettable.

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Bacon and Pepper Jack Scones

Servings: 12

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

10 ounces Tender Belly No-Sugar Added Signature Bacon
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
2¼ cups heavy cream + additional for basting
Black pepper, for sprinkling

Directions:

Preheat oven to 425℉. Line one baking tray with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe wire rack into the tray. Lay strips of bacon on the wire rack and bake in the oven for 15-17 minutes, or until browned and cooked.
Roughly chop the bacon strips and place in a large mixing bowl.
To the mixing bowl, add flour, baking powder, cheese, and salt. Mix gently.
Slowly pour the cream into the flour mixture, and stir using a silicone spatula until a cohesive dough forms.
Gather the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently fold the dough over a few times and then shape into two round discs.
Pat each disc gently to about 1-inch thick. Cut each disc into 6 equal portions.
Line two baking trays with parchment paper. Place the scones onto the trays 2-inches apart, and use a basting brush to brush tops of scones with heavy cream. Sprinkle with black pepper.
Bake the scones for 25-30 minutes, or until deeply golden brown.
Remove from the oven and transfer to wire racks to cool. Enjoy!

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