Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
- Gradually add milk, mixing until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently.
- Roll out to about 1 inch thick and cut into 2-inch rounds.
- Place scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a healthier version, consider using whole wheat flour and less butter. These scones freeze well and can be reheated directly from frozen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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