Cornmeal Cheddar Scones Recipe

Name: Cornmeal Cheddar Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 cup stone-ground cornmeal; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into chunks; 1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (4 oz.); 1 large egg; 3/4 cup buttermilk; unsalted butter, melted; sea salt

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup stone-ground cornmeal
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into chunks
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (4 oz.)
1 large egg
3/4 cup buttermilk
unsalted butter, melted
sea salt

1
Preheat oven to 425u00b0.
2
Place the first 7 ingredients in a food processor.
3
Add 3/4 cup butter; pulse 3-4 times or until mixture resembles coarse meal.
4
Place flour mixture in a large bowl; stir in cheese.
5
Wish together egg and buttermilk until blended.
6
Make a well in the center of dry ingredients; add egg mixture, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.
7
Turn dough out onto a floured surface; knead lightly 3-4 times.
8
Put dough into a 10 x 7 inch rectangle.
9
Cut into 15 squares.
10
Place squares on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
11
Brush tops with melted unsalted butter, and sprinkle with sea salt.
12
Bake for 20 minutes or until golden.

1035

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup stone-ground cornmeal, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal Cheddar 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.

Cornmeal Cheddar Scones

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