Haggis and Cheese Scones

Haggis and Cheese Scones are the king of savoury scones. That’s a big statement, we know; there are a lot of contenders, after all. But the deliciously sharp taste of cheese and the peppery taste of haggis make these a clear favourite.

Why make Haggis and Cheese Scones?

Not only are Haggis and Cheese scones the perfect savoury snack, but they are also a great way to use up any leftover haggis after a busy Burns night or an evening of Balmoral Chicken.

Warm with a good spread of butter, these scones make for the perfect savoury treat.

Not only that, but they are wonderfully simple to make, just like our Cheese and Marmite Scones, which are so simple to whip up for friends and family.

Don’t worry—if a savoury scone isn’t your thing, we have some wonderfully sweet ones for you to try. There’s Sonja’s Grandma’s Scone recipe, our amazing Treacle Scones, and even our delicious Date Scones.

What cheese works best for Haggis and Cheese Scones

The flavours in our Haggis and Cheese Scones are strong, so balance works best. That being said, you need a cheese that can hold its own against the flavour of haggis.

Because of this, we recommend a robust and mature cheddar, which will shine through the peppery, earthy taste of the haggis and perfectly complement it.

Things you’ll need to make Haggis and Cheese Scones

  • Large Bowl
  • Pastry Blender – this makes forming breadcrumbs with the flour and butter much easier
  • Microwave safe jug or bowl
  • Scone Cutter – basically a biscuit cutter, or you can use a large glass
  • Large baking tray
  • Butter Knife

Ingredients for a Haggis and Cheese Scones

  • 500g (4 Cups) Self Raising Flour
  • 4 tsp Baking Powder
  • 100g (1/4 Cup) Cold Cubed Butter
  • 350ml whole milk approx
  • 150g (1 Cup) Grated Mature Cheddar Cheese
  • 250g Haggis

How to make Haggis and Cheese Scones – Step-by-step method

Pre-heat the oven to 180C Fan or 200C normal (350/390F)

Rub the cold butter and flour together until it resembles breadcrumbs. You can use your fingertips or a Pastry Blender and then your fingers to get finer crumbs. 

Stir in the baking powder.

Add the cheese and stir it through. 

Add the haggis and stir through.

Make a well in the flour mix and pour in the milk, leaving a little left just in case it’s not needed. 

Use a butter knife to bring the mixture together. Add the extra milk if it seems too dry.

Tip the mixture onto a floured surface and use your fingertips to combine it thoroughly, handling it as little as possible. 

Form the whole mixture into a flat square or circle just over an inch or so thick. 

Use a scone cutter or large glass rim dusted with flour to cut the mixture into individual scones. Do not twist when pulling up the cutter or glass, as this can cause the scones to become crooked as they rise.

Reform the dough as necessary, but continue to handle as little as possible. 

Arrange the scones evenly spaced on a baking tray.

Brush the tops of the scones with milk, and sprinkle a bit of extra cheese on top of each if you like. 

Bake for 15 minutes in the middle of the oven.

You’ll know they’re done when the bottom turns slightly brown and, if you tap it, the scone sounds hollow. It depends a little on their size.

Simply put, these are best eaten with butter straight from the oven! 

FAQS

How do I store Haggis and Cheese Scones?

Keep your haggis and cheese scones in an airtight container and store them for only 2-3 days.

Can Haggis and Cheese Scones be reheated?

If reheating your haggis and cheese scones, make sure they’re piping hot due to the haggis. Top tip: microwaving is probably the best way to reheat them. However, to crisp the outside of the scones again, pop them into an air fryer on the crisper setting

Can you freeze Haggis and Cheese Scones?

If you won’t be eating the scones all in one go, you can freeze them, but only for a month in an airtight container.

The best way to serve Scones

Our top tip for scones, savoury or sweet, is not to cut them open when they’re hot. The knife mashes the inside of the scone, causing it to lose all of its fluffiness.

Just twist and tear the scone into two halves. Easy, right?

Yield: 12-16 Scones

Haggis and Cheese Scone Recipe

Haggis and Cheese Scone Recipe

Haggis & Cheese Scones are a great way to use up leftover haggis, or make a hearty scone to eat on it's own or go alongside a soup or stew.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 500g (4 Cups) Self Raising Flour
  • 4 tsp Baking Powder
  • 100g (1/4 Cup) Cold Cubed Butter
  • 350ml whole milk approx
  • 150g (1 Cup) Grated Mature Cheddar Cheese
  • 250g haggis

Instructions

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 180C Fan or 200C normal (350/390F)
  2. Rub the cold butter and flour together until it resembles breadcrumbs. You can use your fingertips, or a Pastry Blender to start with and then your fingers to get finer crumbs.
  3. Stir in the baking powder.
  4. Add the cheese and stir it through.
  5. Add the haggis and stir through.
  6. Make a well in the flour mix and pour in the milk, leaving a little left just in case it’s not needed.
  7. Use a butter knife to bring the mixture together. Add the extra milk if it seems too dry.
  8. Tip the mixture onto a floured surface and use your fingertips to make sure it’s fully combined, handily it as little as possible.
    Form the whole mixture into a flat square or circle just over an inch or so thick.
  9. Use a scone cutter or large glass rim dusted with flour to cut the mixture into individual scones. Do not twist when pulling up the cutter/glass as this can lead to the scones becoming crooked as they rise. Reform the dough as necessary but continue to handle as little as possible.
  10. Arrange the scones evenly spaced on a baking tray and brush the top of the scones with milk, and sprinkle a but of extra cheese on top of each if you like.
  11. Bake for 15 minutes in the middle of the oven. You’ll know they’re done when the bottom goes slightly brown and if you tap it the scone sounds hollow. It depends a little on the size of them.
  12. Best eaten with butter straight from the oven!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

12

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 134Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 238mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 5g

The above is an estimate only based on 12 scones.

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