Chocolate Chip Scones
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade chocolate chip scones, perfect for breakfast or brunch. With their buttery texture and sweet chocolatey goodness, these scones are simple to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Picture yourself enjoying a warm scone with melting chocolate chips – a true treat for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and egg; add to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a circle about one inch thick, and cut into wedges or rounds.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, swap chocolate chips with dried fruit or nuts. - Experiment with flavored extracts like vanilla or almond for a unique twist.