A beautifully arranged shot of a stack of golden brown chocolate chip scones on a minimalist white plate, with a few fresh herbs artfully placed nearby on the marble countertop. Natural morning light streams in from the east window, creating soft shadows. The overall presentation is clean, tidy, and exudes warm, comforting tones, focusing on the deliciousness of the scones, without any hands.

Chocolate Chip Scones: Flaky & Buttery Perfection!

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A close-up, inviting shot of a freshly baked chocolate chip scone, broken open to reveal its flaky layers and warm, melted chocolate chips inside. It sits on the familiar wooden cutting board, with a few crumbs around, captured in natural morning light, emphasizing its incredible texture and appeal, without any hands.

Chocolate Chip Scones

There’s truly nothing quite like the simple pleasure of Chocolate Chip Scones, warm from the oven, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. That first bite into a tender, crumbly scone, studded with gooey, melting chocolate chips, feels like a little moment of pure heaven, doesn’t it?

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I vividly remember a chilly Saturday morning, wrapped in a blanket, when the kitchen called and I was determined to conquer the notoriously finicky scone. After a few dense, hockey-puck-like attempts (we’ve all been there, right?), I finally found the magic touch that led to this perfected recipe.

This recipe promises you incredibly tender, buttery, and flaky Chocolate Chip Scones that taste like they came straight from your favorite artisanal bakery, perfect for brightening any morning or elevating a quiet afternoon tea. If you’re a fellow fan of chocolatey delights, you might also love exploring our Hot Chocolate Scones recipe, or even comparing notes with these wonderful chocolate chip scones from Taste Charm for more inspiration.

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Chocolate Chip Scones: Flaky & Buttery Perfection!

Recipe by MayaCourse: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

Indulge in these perfectly flaky, buttery chocolate chip scones, a delightful treat for breakfast or any time you crave something sweet and comforting. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into small pieces

  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, very cold

  • 1 large egg, cold

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

  • Optional: 1 tbsp milk or cream (for brushing tops)

Directions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add the very cold butter pieces to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, quickly cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces remaining.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cold buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a fork or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few dry spots are fine.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured wooden cutting board. Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle or rectangle. Avoid over-kneading.
  • Using a sharp knife or a round cookie cutter, cut the dough into 8 wedges or rounds. For clean cuts, do not twist the cutter.
  • Place the scones about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet. If desired, brush the tops lightly with milk or cream for a golden finish.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a scone inserted with a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

    • The Butter Secret: Always use *very* cold butter and handle the dough as little as possible. This prevents the butter from melting prematurely, creating those wonderful pockets of steam that result in a truly flaky scone.
    • Buttermilk Magic: Don’t skip the buttermilk! Its acidity reacts with the baking powder to give your scones a perfect lift and contributes to their tender crumb. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
    • Don’t Overmix: Scone dough loves a light touch. Overmixing develops gluten, which leads to tough scones. Mix just until the ingredients come together, and don’t worry if it looks a little shaggy – that’s a good sign for flakiness!

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