Milk Chocolate Scones
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These milk chocolate scones are my go to treat when I want something indulgent but don't have hours in the kitchen. With just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes in the oven, you'll have warm, chocolatey scones ready to enjoy. The cocoa powder brings not only rich chocolate flavor but also contains antioxidants that make these feel a bit more virtuous than your average pastry. What I love most is how budget friendly they are to make, using simple pantry staples and affordable chocolate chips. They're perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or whenever that chocolate craving hits.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 100 ggranulated sugar
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 150 gcold unsalted butter
- 120 mlmilk
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 50 gcocoa powder
- 100 gmilk chocolate chips(chopped)
- 20 gconfectioner's sugar
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 50 gsemolina flour
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a silicone mat for easier cleanup.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for an even texture.
- 3
In a separate bowl, cream together butter and milk until well combined.
Tip: Use a hand mixer or a stand mixer for this step.
- 4
Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the cocoa powder, and mix until smooth.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix the dough.
- 6
Fold in the milk chocolate chips and confectioner's sugar.
Tip: Use a spatula or a spoon to gently fold the mixtures together.
- 7
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to handle the dough gently to avoid developing the gluten.
- 8
Pat the dough into a circle that is about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick.
Tip: Use a rolling pin to help shape the dough evenly.
- 9
Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Tip: Leave about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of space between each scone.
- 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 11
Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Tip: Serve warm and enjoy!
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