Chocolate Chip Scones
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Chocolate Chip Scones
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Chocolate Chip Scones pack all the delicious flavors of a chocolate chip cookie into a tall, buttery, flaky scone. This super simple recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups (381 grams) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (50 grams) lightly packed light brown sugar
- 1 ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 10- ounce bag (283 grams) mini semisweet chocolate chips1
- 1 ½ sticks (170 grams) unsalted butter, cold and cubed (keep chilled until added to dry mixture)
- 1 cup (237 grams) buttermilk, cold
- 2 large eggs, divided
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Coarse sugar, optional for topping
Instructions
- Adjust the oven rack to the center position and preheat to 400°F. Line two baking pans with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips.
- Add the butter and cut with a pastry cutter or fork until the butter is the size of large peas.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, 1 egg, and vanilla extract.
- Make a well in the middle of the dry mixture and add the liquid mixture. Mix until just combined. Don't over-mix.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Shape dough into a rectangle. Fold the rectangle in half like a piece of paper. Flatten it out into a rectangle again. Fold in half once more, but in the opposite direction. This gently ‘kneads’ the dough, making it cohesive without overmixing. Gently press dough into a 1 ½-inch tall round. Divide into 2 equal parts.
- Using a bench scraper or knife, cut each part into 6 wedges and place on your prepared baking pans. Space them out about 2 inches apart. If you notice the dough becoming warm at any point, place in the freezer for 10-20 minutes before continuing.
- MAKE AHEAD: At this point, the unbaked scones can be refrigerated overnight, or sealed and frozen for up to 1 month. If baking from frozen, add about 2 minutes to the baking time.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining egg with 1 teaspoon water. Brush over the scones. Sprinkle with coarse sugar.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned. Allow to sit 30-60 minutes before serving.2
- The scones are best served warm or within a few hours of baking. Once cooled, store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- The Chocolate Chips: Feel free to use regular-sized chocolate chips - just note that larger chocolate pieces will make the scones crunchier and impact their light, tender texture. Reduce amount of chips used to 1 cup (170 grams).
- Serving: Allow Chocolate Chip Scones to sit for 30-60 minutes after baking. The chocolate chips will still be gooey, but this helps the chocolate chip cookie flavor develop.
- Additional Topping Ideas:
- Melted chocolate drizzled on top
- Dipped or drizzled in vanilla glaze after baking (skip the coarse sugar)
- Vanilla glaze: 1 cup (125 grams) powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons milk or heavy cream, ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract), pinch of salt. Whisk to combine.
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