Yogurt cheddar scones

15 scones

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupAll-purpose flour
1tablespoonGranulated sugar
1tablespoonBaking powder
1teaspoonBaking soda
¾teaspoonSalt
¼cupButter; cold
¾cupCheddar cheese; shred
1cup1% plain yogurt

Directions

in large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cheese. Add yogurt all at once; stir with fork to make soft, slightly sticky dough.

On lightly floured surface, knead dough gently 6 times or until smooth. Gently pat out dough to 1-inch thick round. Using 2-inch round cutter, cut out rounds. Gather up scraps and pat out dough once morel; cut into rounds.

Bake on ungreased baking sheet at 425F 220C for 12 to 15 minutes or until puffed and golden. Transfer to racks and let cool.