Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips ensuring even distribution throughout the dry ingredients.
- Whisk together the heavy cream and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead lightly, then shape into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 8 wedges or use a biscuit cutter for rounds.
- Place the scones on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little extra heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Ensure butter is very cold for flaky layers.
- Avoid overmixing to keep scones tender and flaky.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar on top for extra crunch.
- Reheat in oven at 350°F for 10 minutes for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg