Cheddar Cheese Scones

These savory cheddar cheese scones are made with sharp cheddar cheese and flavored with basil.

Serve scones for breakfast or brunch with quiche, eggs, or a breakfast casserole.

These delightful cheese scones are somewhat similar to a biscuit and will make a nice alternative bread selection for your next breakfast or brunch.

Serve this scone recipe warm with plain or herb flavored butter for a special treat your family will love.

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Cheddar Cheese Scones Recipe

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Prep Time: 20 minutes

Baking Time:15-20 minutes

Ingredient List:

2 Cups of all-purpose flour
2 Tablespoons of sugar
1 Tablespoon of baking powder
1 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of baking soda
1 Tablespoon of dried, crushed basil
1-1/2 Cups (6 ounces) of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 egg
1/2 Cup of sour cream
1/4 Cup of vegetable oil
3 Tablespoons of milk

Kitchen Equipment Needed

Large mixing bowls
1 greased baking sheet, or scone pan

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda and basil. Stir in the sharp shredded cheese and stir to coat the cheese.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine egg, sour cream, oil and milk.

Step 4: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon or spatula just until incorporated.

Step 5: Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until mixture forms together into a soft ball. Do not knead any longer than you have to in order for dough to stick together and be incorporated.

Step 6: Gently pat the dough out to approximately 12" round and about a 1/4" thickness.

Step 7: Cut into 8 wedges if you are using a scone pan. You can also cut into 8-12 slices.

Step 8: Using a pie server or square spatula, remove and place the scones on a greased baking sheet.

Step 9: Bake at 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown.

Makes 8-12 large scones. Serve warm with butter.

***If you don't want to knead the dough, you can make drop scones by scooping large spoonfuls of the dough onto a greased baking sheet. They will turn out looking a little bit more like biscuits, but will still retain their wonderful flavor.

Scone Mixes

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