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Apple Cheddar Scones

Name: Apple Cheddar Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 scones.
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 shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup diced peeled apples

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

8 scones

Updated: Oct. 13, 2022

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

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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 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.

Nutrition Facts

1 scone: 253 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 457mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.

Apple Cheddar Scones

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