Apple Cheddar Scones
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.8 ServingsPrep/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, cubed
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced peeled apples
Directions
- In a large 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.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 253 calories, 12 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 37 mg cholesterol, 457 mg sodium, 29 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 7 g protein.