Description
Deliciously flaky scones that perfectly balance the tartness of cranberries with the spicy kick of jalapeños, ideal for a cozy gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted cold butter
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup finely chopped jalapeños
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., chives or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in cranberries and jalapeños.
- Incorporate cheddar cheese into the mixture.
- Gradually add buttermilk, stirring until just combined.
- Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut the dough into wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are cold for a flakier texture. Allow scones to cool slightly to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: scones, cranberry, jalapeño, baking, snack, vegetarian