2006-Mar-24 - Apple Cheddar Scones.....yum--perfect weekend breakfast!

Apple Cheddar Scones

 

                       1-3/4 cups 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

 

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.

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2006-Mar-24 - Yum!

Posted by annre

I'm looking forward to trying these! Ann

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2006-Mar-25 - Scones

Posted by thatday

This sounds so yummy! Just have to try. Thank, Barb

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