Apple Cheddar Scones

Ingredients

• 1.8 cups flour all-purpose
• 2 tablespoons sugar 
• 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
• 0.5 teaspoon salt 
• 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
• 0.3 cup butter cold cubed
• 1 cup buttermilk 
• 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
• 1 cup apples diced peeled

Equipment

• bowl
• baking sheet
• oven

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients.
2. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Gently fold in the cheese and apples. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times.
3. Pat into a 9-in. circle.
4. Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place on a greased baking sheet.
5. Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.