Scrumptious Sunday Scones

On Sunday as my boyfriend watched the NHL playoffs…or some game, not sure if it was a playoff….don’t judge me; I decided to bake up some treats! After going back and forth on what I was going to make, I finally decided on scones. I had all the ingredients in the pantry, so I decided, why not?

Scones are delicate and are a cross between a biscuit and a muffin, but are not overly sweet by nature. With one bowl and only a handful of ingredients, these scones are very quick and easy to make. Usually sweets for breakfast aren’t really my thing, but these lemon zest, white and chocolate chip scones have me jonesing for these delectable pleasures.  They are lightly sweetened and are perfect alongside a cup of coffee or make for a delicious after-dinner treat.

Lemon Zest, Dark & White Chocolate Chip Scones

2016-04-21 11:40:04

Yields 16

A single serving cake or quick-bread.

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Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

23 min

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

23 min

10366 calories

1082 g

861 g

624 g

123 g

372 g

2208 g

1310 g

652 g

1 g

203 g

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

2208g

Yields

16

Amount Per Serving

Calories 10366

Calories from Fat 5541

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 624g

960%

Saturated Fat 372g

1859%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 22g

Monounsaturated Fat 181g

Cholesterol 861mg

287%

Sodium 1310mg

55%

Total Carbohydrates 1082g

361%

Dietary Fiber 67g

268%

Sugars 652g

Protein 123g

Vitamin A

164%

Vitamin C

35%

Calcium

183%

Iron

271%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Ingredients

1. 3 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
2. ½ cup granulated sugar
3. 4 tsps. baking powder
4. ¼ tsp salt
5. 6 ozs dark chocolate chips
6. 6 ozs white chocolate chips
7. 2 cups heavy cream, cold
8. 2 lemons, zested

For the Topping

1. 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2. Granulated sugar for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in the chocolate chips and lemon zest.
3. Using a wooden spoon, stir the heavy cream into the flour, siring until moistened. (It should not overly gummy or moist).
4. Dust a workspace lightly with flour and place the mixture on it, kneading slowly until the dough becomes soft and forms, about 2 minutes.
5. Divide the dough into two equal balls. One at a time, pat each ball into an 8 inch circle and cut the dough into 8 triangles.
6. Transfer the triangles to the baking sheets lined with parchment. Space them 2 inches apart.
7. Brush them with the melted butter and sprinkle with sugar (optional).
8. Bake for 23 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Notes

1. The batch that I made yielded 16 scones that my boyfriend, very quickly I might add, scooped them up into his belly. They are delicious warm or cold and can handle various types of mix-ins, including berries and fresh herbs (which would be great for a savory scone).
2. It is best to serve the scones same day, but you can store them in an airtight container or bag that will last a few days. Happy Eating!

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calories

10366

fat

624g

protein

123g

carbs

1082g

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