Savory Ham & Cheddar Scones
Start your day off right with these delightful Savory Ham & Cheddar Scones, perfect for breakfast or as a quick snack. Wholesome whole-grain flour combines with rich cheddar cheese and savory cooked ham, offering a nutritious and satisfying bite. Low in points and high in taste, these scones are easy to make and ideal for meal prep, providing a nutritious on-the-go option that the whole family will love. Each bite is flaky, cheesy, and comforting—just what you need to energize your mornings!
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1.5 cups (measured and sifted)
Whole-grain wheat flour
0.5 cups (measured and sifted)
Baking powder
1 tablespoon (measured)
Sugar
2 teaspoons (measured)
Margarine
3 tablespoons (chilled and cut into pieces)
Low-fat cheddar cheese
0.75 cups (shredded)
Cooked ham
0.33 cups (sliced, cubed, or shredded and finely chopped)
Buttermilk
0.75 cups (measured)
Egg whites
2 large (whisked)
Flour
0.25 cups (for dusting)
Cooking spray
as needed (for greasing baking sheet)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Prepare a metal baking sheet by coating it with cooking spray and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, whole-grain flour, baking powder, and sugar.
4
Using a pastry blender or fork, cut in chilled margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5
Stir in the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese and the chopped cooked ham until evenly distributed.
6
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg whites until well combined.
7
Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
8
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently for about 5 to 6 times until it forms a rough ball.
9
Shape the dough into an 8-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet and cut into 8 wedges, slightly separating them for even baking.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the scones are lightly browned on top.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Ham & Cheddar Scones?
Savory Ham & Cheddar Scones are wholesome, cheesy breakfast or snack items made with whole-grain flour and cooked ham.
What is the flavor profile of these scones?
These scones offer a savory, cheesy, and comforting flavor with a flaky texture.
At what temperature should the oven be set?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Prepare a metal baking sheet by coating it with cooking spray.
What types of flour are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of all-purpose flour and whole-grain wheat flour.
How much all-purpose flour is required?
You will need 1.5 cups of measured and sifted all-purpose flour.
How much whole-grain wheat flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 0.5 cups of measured and sifted whole-grain wheat flour.
How much baking powder is used?
One tablespoon of measured baking powder is required.
Is there sugar in these savory scones?
Yes, the recipe includes 2 teaspoons of sugar.
What is the best way to prepare the margarine?
The margarine should be chilled and cut into small pieces before being added to the flour.
How do I incorporate margarine into the flour mixture?
Use a pastry blender or a fork to cut the margarine into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
What type of cheese is recommended?
Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese is recommended for this recipe.
How much cheddar cheese should be used?
The recipe requires 0.75 cups of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
How should the cooked ham be prepared?
The cooked ham should be sliced, cubed, or shredded and then finely chopped.
How much ham is included in the recipe?
You will need 0.33 cups of finely chopped cooked ham.
What liquid ingredients are needed for the dough?
The dough is made using buttermilk and egg whites.
How many egg whites are required?
The recipe calls for 2 large egg whites, whisked.
What is the instruction for adding the buttermilk mixture?
Pour the buttermilk and egg white mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until the dough comes together.
Is it okay to overmix the scone dough?
No, you should be careful not to overmix the dough to ensure a flaky texture.
How should I knead the dough?
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently about 5 to 6 times until it forms a rough ball.
What shape should the dough be formed into before cutting?
The dough should be shaped into an 8-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet.
How many scones does this recipe make?
The recipe makes 8 wedges or scones.
How long should the scones bake?
The scones should bake for approximately 20 minutes.
How can I tell when the scones are done?
The scones are finished when they are lightly browned on top.
Are these scones suitable for meal prep?
Yes, these scones are ideal for meal prep and provide a nutritious on-the-go breakfast option.
What is the serving suggestion for these scones?
They are perfect for breakfast or as a quick snack for the whole family.
What extra flour is needed for preparation?
An additional 0.25 cups of flour is used for dusting the surface during kneading.
Is this recipe low-fat?
Yes, the recipe uses low-fat cheddar cheese and egg whites to keep it lighter.
Can I use a pastry blender for this recipe?
Yes, a pastry blender is the suggested tool for cutting margarine into the flour.
What makes these scones wholesome?
The use of whole-grain wheat flour and lean protein from ham makes them a nutritious choice.