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Chocolate Chip Scones

Chocolate Chip Scones
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These quick and easy Chocolate Chip Scones offer a perfect balance of flaky, buttery texture and rich, melty chocolate bursts. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack, this recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and delivers tender, golden scones with delightful sweetness and warmth.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, diced
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream or buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Ensure your butter is thoroughly chilled for optimal flaky texture.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
  3. Cut in the Butter: Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs, which will create flaky layers when baked.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Gently stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract just until the dough starts to come together, being careful not to overmix to keep the scones tender.
  5. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold the chocolate chips into the dough to ensure even distribution and delightful chocolate bites in every scone.
  6. Shape and Cut: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat into a roughly 1-inch thick disc. Use a sharp knife or biscuit cutter to cut into triangles or rounds according to your preference.
  7. Bake Until Golden: Arrange the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool briefly before serving.

Notes

  • Keep butter cold to achieve flaky layers.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones.
  • Chilling the dough for 15 minutes before shaping can improve texture and handling.
  • Use fresh baking powder for the best rise.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate chips such as dark, milk, or white for varied flavors.

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