Apple Cheddar Scones Recipe

Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • (1 each)
  • Calories:
  • 253
  • Fat:
  • 12 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 8 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 37 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 457 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 29 g
  • Fiber:
  • 1 g
  • Protein:
  • 7 g


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Apple Cheddar Scones

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Jeanne Alexander of Qualicum Beach, British Columbia serves these golden scones for brunch. Add a scoop of ice cream and they make a great dessert.

SERVINGS: 8

CATEGORY: Breads

METHOD: Baked

TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients:

  • 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup cold butter
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced peeled apples

Directions:

In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Gently fold in the cheese and apples. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times.
    Pat into a 9-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 8 scones.


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