Sausage Cheese Scones Recipe (Easy Cheddar Breakfast Scones)
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Sausage Cheese Scones
These Sausage Cheese Scones are tender, buttery, and packed with savory sausage and sharp cheddar cheese. They’re simple to make and perfect for breakfast, brunch, meal prep, or serving alongside soup and salad. Made with everyday ingredients and ready in about 30 minutes, this savory scone recipe is a great alternative to biscuits when you want something hearty and filling.
Sausage Cheese Scones
Unlike sweet bakery-style scones, these savory scones are loaded with browned sausage and freshly grated cheddar cheese. Greek yogurt keeps the texture moist and tender while frozen
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I wanted these to be similar to Sausage Balls, but slightly more ‘bready’. I think I came up with the perfect ratio of ingredients.
- Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients
- Great for breakfast, brunch, or snacks
- Freezer-friendly for meal prep
- Loaded with sausage and cheddar cheese
- Tender, flaky texture every time
- Ready in about 30 minutes
What Makes These Scones So Good?
The secret is cold
Greek yogurt also adds moisture and richness while helping keep the crumb soft. Combined with savory breakfast sausage and sharp cheddar cheese, the result is a flavorful scone that tastes like breakfast in every bite.
Ingredients You’ll Need
All-Purpose Flour. Provides structure while keeping the scones tender.
Granulated Sugar. A small amount balances the savory flavors.
Baking Powder and Baking Soda. Help create a light texture.
Salt. Enhances all the flavors.
Frozen
Greek Yogurt. Adds moisture, tenderness, and a slight tang.
Both sour cream and buttermilk would be good substitutes for Greek yogurt in this recipe if you don’t have it. (I’m a huge fan of Greek yogurt as you can tell in these recipes: Overnight Oats, Blueberry Swirl Pound Cake, Refreshing Grape Salad, and Peaches and Cream Greek Yogurt Cheesecake.)
Egg. Provides richness and helps bind the dough.
Breakfast Sausage. Use your favorite pork sausage, cooked and crumbled into small pieces.
Cheddar Cheese. Freshly grated cheddar melts better and provides the best flavor.
Green Onions (Optional). Add color and a mild onion flavor.
How to Make Sausage Cheese Scones
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Grate frozen
butter and stir it into the flour mixture. - In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and egg.
- Add the yogurt mixture, cooked sausage, cheddar cheese, and green onions to the flour mixture.
- Mix just until the dough comes together.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times.
- Form the dough into a 10-inch circle.
- Cut into wedges using a floured knife.
- Transfer wedges to a parchment-lined baking sheet or cast-iron skillet.
- Bake for 20 to 23 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
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Tips for the Best Savory Sausage Cheese Scones
Allow the scones to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Keep the
Don’t overwork the dough.
Grate your own cheese for better melting and flavor.
Cook the sausage into small crumbles rather than large chunks.
Use a sharp knife when cutting wedges for clean edges.
Sausage Cheese Scones Variations
Add Bacon. Replace part of the sausage with cooked bacon.
Try a Different Cheese. Pepper Jack, Colby Jack, Gouda, or Monterey Jack all work well.
Add Herbs. Fresh chives, parsley, or thyme add extra flavor.
Make Them Spicy. Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Sausage Cheese Scones Storage
Store leftover scones in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
To freeze, wrap cooled scones individually and store them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Sour cream can be substituted in equal amounts.
Yes. Prepare the dough, cut it into wedges, and refrigerate it overnight before baking.
Absolutely. Freeze the wedges on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
These scones pair well with scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, soup, salad, or a brunch spread.
Sausage Cheese Scones Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for an easy savory breakfast recipe that feels special without requiring a lot of work, these Sausage Cheese Scones are an excellent choice. They’re flaky, cheesy, and packed with sausage flavor. Make a batch for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or holiday gatherings and watch them disappear.
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Sausage Cheese Scones
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Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 Tablespoons butter frozen
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt sour cream may be substituted for the yogurt
- 1 large eggs
- ½ pound sausage browned and crumbled
- 2 cups cheddar cheese grated
- optional 2 tablespoons green onions green part only, sliced thin
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.2 teaspoons granulated sugar, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt
- Cut in butter until mixture has large pea-sized crumbles. Or, if you’re butter is frozen, grate it on the large-hole side of a cheese grater. Then, simply stir the butter into the flour.6 Tablespoons butter
- In a small bowl, stir together yogurt and egg. Add to dry ingredients along with the cheese and sausage (and green onions if you’re adding onions).¾ cup Greek yogurt, 1 large eggs, ½ pound sausage, 2 cups cheddar cheese, optional 2 tablespoons green onions
- Work mixture together. I find it easier to use my hands, but work fast so the butter won’t soften.
- Turn out onto a floured work surface. Knead dough just enough that it sticks together.
- Form into a 10-inch circle.
- Using a floured knife, cut dough into wedges.
- Transfer to a parchment or silicone-mat-lined cookie sheet or cast-iron skillet.
- Bake 20-23 minutes until lightly browned.
I’m a big fan of scones, sweet or savory! In fact, I just posted a blackberry vanilla scone recipe yesterday 🙂
My kids especially would love these for breakfast. I’m pinning to try and share on my Facebook page. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
oh I can’t wait to check out your blackberry scones! that sounds delish!! Thanks for sharing!
Stopping by from Best of the Weekend. These look super yummy! Pinned to my breakfast board.
Thank you so much, there our new favorites!
Oh boy, these scones look incredible Paula! I love the idea of savory scones – especially when there is cheese involved 🙂
I’m with you on the cheese, love it! Thanks for stopping by!
i tried it but replaced the sausages with bastramy it turned out great thnax for the recipe
Great, thanks for leting me know. I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Have a great day!
Geez—flakey, buttery???? I can’t stand it. I match tea with food on my website. Needless to say scones are a major
consideration. Savory scones are more difficult to find. It’s awesome to discover one that has been tested, as well as pics and the recipe itself. The fact there is yogurt in the dough grabbed my attention. I find yogurt in all kinds of dough make
a wonderful difference. I have no idea why, but who cares. It tastes better!!!!
I LOVE Greek yogurt in baked recipes. I really just love Greek Yogurt! Thanks for stopping by!
I am into scone making of late. This is a fascinating combination of ingredients. Looks really good.
Me too, Peter! I’ve been making scones like crazy…and baked donuts. Thanks for stopping by!
These look delicious!
Thanks so much!
Oh, I love the idea of savory scones! Especially cheesy ones 🙂 And I am so with your boys–brinner is definitely my favorite meal!
Mine to, Amy! Thanks for stopping by, hope you have a great week!
These look so amazing – they’d be perfect for Easter brunch 🙂 I love that you used Greek yogurt instead of the sour cream, too!
Ang
I rarely even buy sour cream now, GY works just as well in recipes. Hope you’re doing great, Ang! Thanks for stopping by!
Hi Paula – these sound absolutely fantastic and I love the idea of a savory scone. These would be a perfect breakfast! Really love this recipe – thanks for sharing and pinning! Have a great Monday!
Thank you Cindy! These are a new fav here. Hope you’re doing well and have a great week!