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Chipotle Cheddar Scones

Scones aren't just for a sweet treat - these Chipotle Cheddar Scones are cheesy and spicy and make a perfect side for dinner.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 12 scones
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons cold butter cut into small pieces
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in the butter with a pastry blender or a fork until it resembles coarse meal. Add in the sour cream, cheese, water, chipotle in adobo adn egg. Stir just until moistened.
  3. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add sour cream, cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon water, chipotle chile, and egg; stir just until moist. Knead in bowl with lightly floured hands just until dough forms.
  4. Lightly flour a work surface and dump out the dough. Lightly knead just until it comes together. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a 6-inch circle. Cut each circle into 6 wedges. Arrange the wedges on the baking sheet 1 inch apart.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes, or until browned. Serve warm.

Notes

  • slightly adapted from: Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2008