Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones

Deli ham and cheddar baked into fluffy, crispy Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones. It’s an easy to make breakfast loaded with protein and just a bit of sweetness.

Deli meats and sliced cheeses are a convenient ingredient for busy families. I sure had my fair share of sandwiches in packed lunches growing up. There’s something pleasing about a flavorful meal that’s full of protein — all in one easy-to-go package. If you’re looking for something beyond your everyday sandwich then you’ll love these Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones. It’s like a ham and cheese sandwich, but in a wholesome handheld breakfast.

Scone are favorite breakfast treat of mine. They require little time to prepare and have unlimited flavor options. Usually mine are sweet like these White Chocolate Cranberry Scones and incorporate some sort of dried fruit, but felt a fun savory ham and cheese scone would be an ideal family breakfast. Especially when accompanied with a nutritious and tasty drink such as Blueberry Peanut Butter Smoothie!

These Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones are made with mostly common pantry items to create a fluffy, chewy and crispy treat that will put a smile on any face. Just a hint of honey in the dough compliments the savory ham. If you want to take the sweet and savory combo further, drizzle extra honey on top once baked.

Enjoy these Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones as a rewarding breakfast or easy family meal. It’s full of whole-wheat, ground flax seeds and protein for a nourishing, filling meal the pleasing to the eye and your tastebuds. Serve it alongside with Spinach, Sausage and Egg Scramble, for additional protein.

Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones recipe at-a-glance:

Difficulty: Easy
Flavor profiles: Meaty and cheesy baked into flavorful whole wheat scones with a hint of sweet honey.
Texture: Soft fluffy center, crispy outside and gooey baked cheese oozing out, yum!

More wholesome breakfast you might try:

• Bell Pepper and Green Onion Healthy Egg Bake
• Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
• Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
• Spinach and Goat Cheese Omelet
• Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
• Cranberry Almond Granola Bars
• Apricot Almond Butter Overnight Oats

Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones

Written by Matt | Plating Pixels

Deli ham and cheddar baked into fluffy, crispy honey whole wheat scones.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 457 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 ½ cups whole-wheat flour
• ½ cup ground flax seeds
• ½ tablespoon baking powder
• ⅜ teaspoon baking soda just under half tsp.
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons sliced butter cold
• 6 slices deli ham chopped (about ½ cup)
• 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese chopped (about ½ cup)
• ½ cup light buttermilk plus extra
• 3 tablespoons honey

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 450 F° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl whisk together flour, flax seeds, baking powder, soda and salt. Add cold butter and use a pastry cutter or hands to incorporate into mixture. It should be combined, with plenty of little bits throughout. Stir in ham and cheese, set aside.
• In a small bowl stir together buttermilk and honey. Stir into dry mixture, just until combined; adding a bit of buttermilk if needed. Mixture should be moist, but have consistency closer to a dough than batter.
• Place mixture on a lightly floured flat surface. Form into a ball and squeeze together to form a dough. Flatten dough with hands to 1-inch thickness. Fold in half, then flatten again into a 1-inch round, about 6-inches in diameter. Cut evenly into 6 wedges.
• Lightly coat tops with buttermilk, then place a couple inches apart on prepared baking sheet. Bake 14-16 minutes, or until tops are lightly browned (cheese that has oozed out will have a lovely brown as well). Cool on a wire rack slightly before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in fridge up to a few days. For best results, bake to reheat until warm and crispy.

Nutrition Facts

Whole Wheat Ham and Cheese Scones

Amount per Serving

Calories

457

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

28

g

43

%

Saturated Fat

 

13

g

81

%

Cholesterol

 

67

mg

22

%

Sodium

 

740

mg

32

%

Potassium

 

446

mg

13

%

Carbohydrates

 

35

g

12

%

Fiber

 

6

g

25

%

Sugar

 

10

g

11

%

Protein

 

17

g

34

%

Vitamin A

 

545

IU

11

%

Vitamin C

 

0.2

mg

0

%

Calcium

 

251

mg

25

%

Iron

 

2.3

mg

13

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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