Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
2. 2
   Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
4. 4
   Add cold cubed butter.
5. 5
   Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to crush and blend the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces remaining.
6. 6
   Toss in the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives until distributed.
7. 7
   Pour in the cold milk.
8. 8
   Stir with a fork just until the dough gathers together into a shaggy mass.
9. 9
   Turn out onto a lightly floured counter and gently knead 3-4 times to form a cohesive ball.
10. 10
    Press firmly into a 7-inch round disc about 1 inch thick.
11. 11
    Cut the disc into 8 equal wedges using a sharp knife.
12. 12
    Space them out on the prepared baking sheet.
13. 13
    Brush the tops lightly with milk.
14. 14
    Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown on the tops and bottoms.