English Scones with Chocolate Chunks
Indulge in the irresistible charm of these English Scones with Chocolate Chunks, a delightful twist on the classic British teatime treat. Perfectly tender and buttery, these scones are studded with generous chunks of semi-sweet chocolate, adding a rich and decadent flavor to every bite. The secret to their flaky texture lies in folding cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients and gently combining the dough to maintain its lightness. Brushed with a golden glaze, these scones bake to perfection in just minutes, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, afternoon tea, or a quick snack. Serve them warm, plain, or slathered with butter or clotted cream, and elevate your baking repertoire with this simple yet luxurious recipe! Keywords: English scones, chocolate chunk scones, British scone recipe, teatime treats, easy scone recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 75 grams unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 150 milliliters whole milk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams semi-sweet chocolate chunks
- 1 tablespoon extra milk or egg wash for glazing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
In a small bowl, combine the milk, lightly beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir well.
Slowly pour the wet mixture into the flour and butter mixture. Use a fork or spoon to gently combine until a soft dough forms. Be cautious not to overmix.
Add the chocolate chunks to the dough and gently fold them in until evenly distributed.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat or roll the dough to a thickness of about 2.5 cm (1 inch).
Using a 6 cm (2.5 inch) round cutter, cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll any scraps to cut out more scones.
Brush the tops of the scones with a small amount of milk or egg wash to create a golden glaze during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the scones are risen and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy warm, plain, or with a spread of butter or clotted cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.6 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.6 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2220 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 356.8 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.3 g | ||
| Protein | 47.1 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1078 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
