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Chocolate Chip Scones

Chocolate Chip Scones
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Tender, buttery Chocolate Chip Scones loaded with gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips create a perfect flaky treat. Easy to make with simple pantry staples, these scones are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or snacks, and can be customized to suit various dietary needs and flavor preferences.

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

  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dry ingredients: Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt in a large bowl to ensure even distribution of leavening and flavor.
  2. Cut in the butter: Add cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining for flakiness.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the scones tender.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough, distributing them evenly without breaking the chips.
  6. Shape and chill: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up for easier cutting.
  7. Cut and bake: Slice the chilled dough into 8 wedges and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

  • Keep butter cold to ensure flaky layers in the scones.
  • Do not overwork the dough to prevent dense, tough scones.
  • Use high-quality chocolate chips for best flavor and melting.
  • Chilling the dough helps scones maintain shape and enhances flakiness.
  • Brush scones with cream or egg wash before baking for a golden sheen.

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