Save It A hearty, rustic skillet scone featuring juicy apples, savory sausage, and sharp cheddar baked to golden perfection — ideal for brunch or a cozy supper.
This recipe quickly became a weekend favorite for my family who love the combination of savory and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
- Breakfast sausage: 200 g (7 oz), casings removed
- Apple: 1 medium tart (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced (about 1 cup)
- Green onions: 2, thinly sliced
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 120 g (1 cup), shredded
- Whole milk: 120 ml (½ cup)
- Sour cream: 120 ml (½ cup)
- Unsalted butter: 115 g (½ cup), cold and cubed
- Egg: 1 large
- All-purpose flour: 250 g (2 cups)
- Baking powder: 2 tsp
- Baking soda: ½ tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Ground black pepper: ¼ tsp
- Thyme: 1 tbsp fresh leaves or 1 tsp dried (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly grease a 10-inch oven-safe skillet (cast iron preferred).
- Cook sausage:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat and set aside to cool.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and thyme (if using).
- Add butter:
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fingertips, rub in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Combine fillings:
- Stir in the shredded cheddar, diced apple, cooked sausage, and green onions.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a small bowl, whisk together milk, sour cream, and egg. Pour over the flour mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Transfer dough:
- To the prepared skillet. With floured hands or a spatula, press into an even layer. Score the surface into 8 wedges.
- Bake:
- For 25 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve:
- Let cool 5 minutes. Cut along the scored lines and serve warm.
Save It My family gathers around every weekend to enjoy this warm skillet together, making brunch a special event.
Required Tools
10-inch oven-safe skillet (cast iron recommended), mixing bowls, pastry cutter or fork, whisk, spatula
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), Milk, Egg, and pork (sausage); use alternatives if needed. Always check sausage and cheese labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 315, Total Fat 19 g, Carbohydrates 24 g, Protein 13 g per serving
Save It This skillet scone is the perfect blend of comfort and flavor for any occasion.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What type of apple works best?
Tart apples like Granny Smith are ideal as they provide a pleasant contrast to the savory ingredients.
- → Can I substitute the sausage?
Yes, smoked ham, bacon, or vegetarian sausage alternatives work well depending on preferences.
- → Is it necessary to use a cast iron skillet?
A cast iron skillet is preferred for even baking and heat retention but any oven-safe skillet will suffice.
- → How can I add extra flavor?
Brushing the top with melted butter before baking or adding a pinch of cayenne can enhance flavors.
- → What texture should the dough have before baking?
The dough should be lightly mixed to a coarse crumb texture and gently folded with ingredients to avoid toughness.