Chilli Chocolate Cream Scones
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These chilli chocolate cream scones are my absolute favorite way to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole process takes just forty five minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for a quick afternoon treat or surprise breakfast. I love how the dark chocolate melts beautifully with the subtle heat of fresh chillies, creating this wonderfully complex flavor that keeps people guessing. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little better about indulging in these scones. The recipe is straightforward enough that even baking novices can pull it off, and the ingredients are probably already sitting in your pantry right now.
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Ingredients
- 200all-purpose flour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 100 gcold unsalted butter
- 100 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gdark chocolate chips
- 20 gdiced chillies(diced)
- 20 gmilk powder
- 2eggs
- 1½ gchilli extract(optional)
- 100 mlheavy cream
- 15 gcocoa powder
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the correct temperature.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisking helps to incorporate air and ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer or cream the butter and sugar manually until smooth.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Tip: Make sure to mix well to incorporate air and ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- 5
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 10-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate.
- 6
Add the melted chocolate to the butter mixture and stir until combined.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and ensure all the chocolate is incorporated.
- 7
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk powder and chilli extract (if using).
Tip: Adjust the amount of chilli extract to your desired level of spiciness.
- 8
Add the milk powder mixture to the butter mixture and stir until combined.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and ensure all the ingredients are incorporated.
- 9
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- 10
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until the dough comes together.
Tip: Use a light touch to avoid developing the gluten in the dough.
- 11
Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 2.5cm and use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out the scones.
Tip: Use a sharp cutter to ensure clean edges.
- 12
Place the scones on the prepared baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the scones reaches 180°C (350°F).
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