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Chocolate Chip Scones

Chocolate Chip Scones

Delightful Chocolate Chip Scones with a zesty blood orange glaze, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour essential for the scone's fluffy structure and texture.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder provides that light rise, making every bite airy.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar sweetens the dough and enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp salt balances the sweetness and brings out all the flavors.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed ensures a rich flavor and flaky texture.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips the star ingredient, adding rich chocolatey goodness!
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream keeps the dough moist and tender.
  • zest of 1 blood orange infuses the scones with a vibrant citrus flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar creates a sweet, smooth icing.
  • 3 tbsp fresh blood orange juice adds a tangy kick that complements the sweetness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the cold cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips and blood orange zest gently.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until just combined.
  6. Turn dough onto a floured surface, then shape it into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  7. Cut into wedges and arrange them on the prepared sheet.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool slightly before glazing.
  9. For the glaze: Mix powdered sugar with fresh blood orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled scones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar for extra elegance.

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