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Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones

Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones for Your Perfect Morning Treat

Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones are the perfect morning treat infused with rich coffee flavor and sweet mini chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and stability to the scones.
  • ¼ cup Light Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder Enhances coffee flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Essential for taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensures the scones rise properly.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Required for rising.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness.
  • ½ cup Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Offers bursts of sweetness.
  • ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream Adds fat for a tender crumb.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 egg Egg (for Egg Wash) Creates a golden crust.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness and a smooth texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder Adds flavor depth.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Brewed Coffee or Espresso Adjusts glaze flavor.
  • as needed Milk or Cream Adjusts consistency of glaze.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Cut cold butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Mix wet ingredients and gradually add to dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. Form and chill the dough for 30-60 minutes.
  5. Bake the scones in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Prepare the espresso glaze while the scones bake.
  7. Drizzle the glaze over scones after cooling for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are cold for better texture. Don't skip the chilling step for flaky scones.

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