Asparagus Scones Recipe

Name: Asparagus Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-3/4 cups cut fresh asparagus (1/4-inch pieces); 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup cold butter, cubed; 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk, divided; 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1-3/4 cups cut fresh asparagus (1/4-inch pieces)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk, divided
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

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In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry; set aside.
2
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, pepper and cayenne. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 3/4 cup buttermilk just until moistened. Stir in cheese and asparagus.
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Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times. Transfer dough to a
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coated with cooking spray. Pat into a 9-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges, but do not separate.
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Brush with remaining buttermilk. Bake at 425u00b0 for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-3/4 cups cut fresh asparagus (1/4-inch pieces), 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Scones falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Asparagus Scones

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