Description
Indulge in these delightful chocolate chip scones, featuring a flaky texture and rich chocolate chunks, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together heavy cream, vanilla extract, and egg. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet in rounded mounds and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or dried fruit.
- Ensure butter is very cold for maximum flakiness.
- Allow scones to cool slightly before enjoying for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg