Sitting down to afternoon coffee with a plate of warm, flaky, freshly baked scones is so comforting. It’s one of life’s little luxuries! And since chocolate chips make everything better, these chocolate chip scones take afternoon coffee to the next level. The insanely delicious combo of soft, flaky scones with gooey, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chip cookies is easy to make. So you can indulge in this mouthwatering treat any time you get a craving. They’re simple enough for a weekday breakfast yet elegant enough to grace any holiday brunch table! Additionally, handle the dough as little as possible when shaping your scones. The heat from your hands may melt the butter, which leads to less flakiness. Moist, slightly sticky dough delivers the best results. 😉
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Chocolate Chip Scones
Dry Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. (Photo 1) Butter and Chocolate – Quickly cut the butter into flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs (3-5 minutes). Or use a pastry cutter to do it. Stir the chocolate chips. (Photos 2-4) Wet Ingredients – Make a well in the center of the bowl and add heavy cream and eggs. Stir with hands or a rubber spatula until it forms a rough ball (about a minute; don’t overmix). (Photos 5-6)
Knead Dough – Transfer the dough to a floured board or surface; then knead it 3-4 times—just enough for it to come together. (Photo 7) Form Scones – Gently press the dough down to an inch thick. Cut the scones into circles with a 2-inch round cookie cutter or glass. Press the remaining scraps together and cut it again until the dough is used up. Or cut dough into eight wedges, like traditional scones, with a knife or bench scraper. (Photo 8-9) Bake at 400°F (205℃) for about 20 minutes or more, until lightly browned, but start checking after 10 minutes. (Photo 10) Serve – Remove, let them cool on a wire rack for about 5 minutes, and serve warm. Or cool completely before proceeding with the optional glaze.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
I love serving fresh scones for breakfast! Make the dough the night before, cover it with plastic, and store it in the fridge. Then, in the morning, preheat the oven while you’re cutting the scones and pop them in the oven for a delicious start to your day! You can also freeze unbaked scones. Prepare the scones as directed and freeze them on a baking sheet. Once frozen solid, transfer them to a plastic freezer bag and freeze them for up to 3 months. Bake your scones straight from the freezer, allowing a couple of extra minutes of baking time.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Chocolate chip scones are heavenly fresh from the oven with freshly brewed coffee or tea. Leftover scones last for two days in an airtight container on the countertop or about a week in the fridge. Homemade scones also freeze well. Let them cool and place them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. To defrost, leave them on the counter for about an hour, then warm them for 10-15 minutes in the oven at 300℉ (150℃).
What to Serve With Chocolate Chip Scones
For a cozy afternoon treat, I love serving these scones with a rich pumpkin spice latte or chai tea latte. Or create a memorable holiday brunch by partnering chocolate chip scones with fluffy pancakes and cheesy croque monsieur.
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Conclusion
Spoil yourself and your loved ones with this melt-in-your-mouth chocolate scone recipe! Do you prefer them for breakfast or a coffee break? Leave your votes in the comments below or tag me on Instagram! 😉
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