Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 1/2 cup (1 stick or 113g)
- Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup (170g)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in buttermilk and chocolate chips until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Form dough into a 9-inch (23 cm) circle on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut scones into 8 equal triangles.
- Place scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per scone
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 260mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky and buttery texture
- Rich chocolate flavor
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea
User Comments:
- "These scones were absolutely delicious! The chocolate chips added a perfect sweetness and the buttermilk gave them a tender texture." - Sarah
- "I love scones, and these were some of the best I've ever had. They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly." - John
- "I'm not usually a fan of scones, but I really enjoyed these. They were light, fluffy, and had just the right amount of chocolate." - Lisa
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough scones.
- If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of milk.
- Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving.
