Samantha Nicole A little chocolate with your coffee? Yes, please! Chocolate Chunk Scones are delectable confections that are easier to make than you think! With a few simple steps, you can have melt-in-your-mouth chocolate scones in just 30 minutes. These Chocolate Chunk Scones are the perfect touch of sweetness to add to your brunch table!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, optionally plus more for sprinkling
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- sea salt, to taste
- 1 cup chocolate chunks or chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Prepare a cookie sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
Step 3 –Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
Step 4 –Stir in the chocolate chips.
Step 5 –Add the cream and stir just until a dough starts to form.
Step 6 –Knead the dough briefly with floured hands until just combined.
Step 7 –Shape the dough into a flat disk with your hands.
Step 8 –Cut the dough into 8 wedges and place the wedges on the cookie sheet.
Step 9 –Lightly brush the tops of the wedges with the melted butter and sprinkle with more sugar.
Step 10 –Bake until the scones are a deep golden color, about 18-20 minutes.
Step 11 –Place the scones on a cooling rack for about 10 minutes prior to serving.
Step 12 –Serve once cooled.
