Description
Zucchini Cheddar Scones are delightful, fluffy treats that combine the sweetness of zucchini with tangy cheddar, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 and 1/2 cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, VERY cold and cut into tiny pieces
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup (full-fat) sour cream
- 2/3 cup zucchini, grated and drained
- 3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine 2 and 1/2 cups of flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
- Cut the very cold butter into small cubes and work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
- Whisk together the beaten egg and 1/2 cup of sour cream in a separate bowl.
- Pour the egg mixture into the flour blend and stir until just combined.
- Toss the remaining flour, zucchini, and 1/2 cup of grated cheddar cheese together before gently folding them into your dough.
- Shape the dough into an 8-inch circle on a floured surface and cut it into 8 wedges.
- Place the wedges onto your prepared baking sheet and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake for 22-24 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm for an unforgettable experience.
Notes
For best results, ensure your butter is cold and avoid overmixing the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg