Cheese Scones
Cheese scones are savory, crumbly quick breads made with flour, butter, cheese, and a leavening agent like baking powder. They are a staple of British and Commonwealth baking, often enjoyed as a snack or light meal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These scones are high in carbohydrates and fat, providing energy along with calcium and protein from the cheese. A typical scone contains around 250-350 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Potassium | 90 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 µg RAE |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.15 mg |
| Folate | 45 µg |
Per 1 scone (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Cheese scones are a classic example of British teatime fare, representing a simple yet comforting culinary tradition. Their texture relies on minimal handling to stay light, a technique shared with sweet scones.
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