Mini Chocolate Chip Scones

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Mini Chocolate Chip Scones - Perfect for a Quick Breakfast
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter , cold and cut into pieces
1/4 cup mini chocolate chip
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup buttermilk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
300
Sugar
11g
Fat
12g
These Mini Chocolate Chip Scones are a perfect addition to any breakfast spread or tea-time snack. Made with mini chocolate chips and buttermilk, these scones are light and fluffy, and the chocolate chips give them just the right amount of sweetness. They take only a few minutes to mix together, and a short time in the oven to bake. Easy to store and even easier to eat, these mini scones make for a quick and satisfying breakfast or snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3.Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Add mini chocolate chips and vanilla, stirring until just combined.
5.Add buttermilk, stirring until the dough just comes together.
6.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently 2-3 times.
7.Pat or roll the dough into a circle about 3/4 inch thick.
8.Cut the dough into wedges and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9.Brush the tops with a little buttermilk or heavy cream.
10.Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

These mini chocolate chip scones are quick and easy to make, and perfect for breakfast or a mid-morning snack.

They’re also a great option for when you have unexpected guests.

The small size makes them easy to serve and eat.

CONS

Scones are traditionally quite high in calories and can be high in sugar depending on the recipe.

These should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These scones are not particularly healthy, but they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
They do provide some calcium from the buttermilk and some fiber from the flour.

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