Bacon Cheddar Chive Scones

Name: Bacon Cheddar Chive Scones
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 22 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (240g) King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons sugar; 6 tablespoons (85g) cold butter; 1 cup (113g) very coarsely grated or diced cheddar cheese; 1/3 cup (about 14g) snipped fresh chives; 1/2 pound (227g) bacon, cooked, cooled, and crumbled (about 1 cup, 93g); 3/4 cup (170g) heavy or whipping cream, plus extra for brushing

Savory scones studded with cheddar, crispy bacon, and fresh chives, made with cold butter and cream for a tender, flaky crumb.

Glycemic Load: 16.3 (Medium)

377 calories per serving

Serves: 8

Prep: 20 mins

Cook: 20 to 22 mins

breakfast

Original recipe: www.kingarthurbaking.com

About This Calculation

Bacon Cheddar Chive Scones has a medium glycemic load of 16.3 per serving — moderate blood sugar impact — portion size and meal composition matter.

The primary glycemic load contributors are all-purpose flour (GL 15.5), sugar (GL 0.7), heavy cream (GL 0.2). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.