Cheddar and Olive Scones

Name: Cheddar and Olive Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tbsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed; 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped; 3/4 cup heavy cream, chilled

Savory and buttery scones packed with sharp cheddar cheese and salty pitted olives. They feature a crisp outer crust with a tender, flaky center.

33 minEasyServes 8310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
3/4 cup heavy cream, chilled

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2

Whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large mixing bowl.
3

Work cold 1/2 cup cubed unsalted butter into flour mixture using a pastry cutter until pea-sized crumbs form.
4

Fold in 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives until evenly distributed.
5

Pour in 3/4 cup chilled heavy cream and stir until dough barely comes together.
6

Transfer dough to a floured surface, pat into an 8-inch disc, cut into 8 wedges, and bake for 18 minutes until golden.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Cheddar and Olive Scones need?

For Cheddar and Olive Scones, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 18 minutes, in step 6.

What can I use instead of baking powder in Cheddar and Olive Scones?

The entry for Cheddar and Olive Scones calls for 1 tbsp baking powder. In its place: For each teaspoon, use a quarter teaspoon of baking soda plus half a teaspoon of cream of tartar.

Can I make Cheddar and Olive Scones gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Cheddar and Olive Scones is 2 cups all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

How many calories are in Cheddar and Olive Scones?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 310 calories, with 7 g protein, 26 g carbohydrate and 20 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Cheddar and Olive Scones keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Cheddar and Olive Scones within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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