Flaky Cheddar Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Line baking sheet with parchment paper, or coat with cooking spray.
3. 3
   Combine flour, baking powder, sugar, pepper and salt in large bowl.
4. 4
   Rub butter into flour mixture with fingers or use two knives to cut into flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
5. 5
   Stir in yogurt and cheese.
6. 6
   Shape dough into ball on lightly floured work surface.
7. 7
   Roll out dough to 3/4-inch thickness, and cut into 18 to 20 circles with round cookie cutter or glass.
8. 8
   Place scones 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. 10
    Transfer to cooling rack or serving platter.