Description

These Gluten-Free Cheese Scones offer a delightful crunch on the outside while remaining incredibly tender and flaky on the inside. The sharp cheddar melts into the crumb, creating little pockets of salty goodness that pair perfectly with a hot cup of tea.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
1 tablespoon Baking Powder
½ teaspoon Sea Salt
6 tablespoons Cold Coconut Oil (Solid) or Grass-Fed Butter
1 ½ cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Shredded)
½ cup Full-Fat Greek Yogurt or Coconut Cream
1 unit Large Egg
1 teaspoon Honey or Maple Syrup
2 tablespoons Fresh Chives or Rosemary (Optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and sea salt
Cut in the cold coconut oil or butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs
Fold in the shredded cheddar and optional herbs
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, Greek yogurt, and honey until smooth
Combine the wet and dry ingredients until a shaggy dough forms
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, pat into a 1-inch thick circle, and cut into 8 wedges
Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brow

Notes

Let the scones cool on the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

For variations, you can add spices, different cheeses, or use dairy-free substitutes.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 18-22 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 scone
Calories: 245 kcal
Sugar: 1g (Natural)
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: undefined
Trans Fat: undefined
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: undefined