Country Style California Olive, Thyme and Cheese Scones/Biscuits

Scones originated in Scotland and were traditionally made with oats and cooked on a griddle. They have since evolved into a popular baked good enjoyed worldwide.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Country Style California Olive, Thyme and Cheese Scones/Biscuits

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Californian Courses: Bakery, Breakfast, Brunch Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter (cold)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• ¹⁄₂ cup California black olives (pitted and chopped)
• ¹⁄₂ cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the thyme leaves, chopped olives, and shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Stir until the dough comes together.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it becomes smooth.
7. Roll out the dough to about 1-inch (5 cm) thickness and use a round biscuit cutter to cut out scones/biscuits.
8. Place the scones/biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.