Buffalo Ranch Cheddar Pancake Scones (Printable)

Fluffy scones with cheddar, ranch, and Buffalo spice—savory, tangy snacks for brunch or game day.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cheese & Herbs

08 - 1 1/4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill

→ Wet Ingredients

12 - 2 large eggs
13 - 1/2 cup buttermilk
14 - 1/4 cup Buffalo hot sauce
15 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing
16 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus extra for brushing

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Stir in grated cheddar cheese, fresh chives, parsley, and dill until evenly distributed.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, Buffalo hot sauce, ranch dressing, and melted butter until smooth.
05 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or fork, mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and pat into a circle approximately 1 inch thick. Using a knife or dough cutter, divide into 8 wedges.
07 - Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece.
08 - Lightly brush tops with extra melted butter and, if desired, additional Buffalo sauce.
09 - Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until scones are golden and cooked through.
10 - Allow scones to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bursting with bold Buffalo and ranch flavors
  • Great for brunch, snacks, or game day spreads
02 -
  • Can be made ahead and reheated for 5 minutes at 350°F (175°C)
  • Contains gluten, dairy, and eggs
03 -
  • For extra heat, add cayenne or sprinkle chili flakes before baking
  • Use Greek yogurt in place of ranch for a lighter scone
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