Chocolate Dessert Scones

Indulge in the decadent charm of Chocolate Dessert Scones, where the rich flavors of cocoa powder and semi-sweet chocolate chips meet the delicate, buttery texture of classic scones. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these scones are brushed with cream for a golden finish and topped with a silky vanilla glaze for an irresistible touch of sweetness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy chocolate scone recipe is ideal for satisfying your dessert cravings or impressing guests at brunch. Serve them warm for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth chocolate experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.667 cup Whipping cream (plus extra for brushing)
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze)
• 0.25 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the cubed, cold butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout.

Step 5

In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the whipping cream and vanilla extract. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients.

Step 6

Mix gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing; the dough should be slightly shaggy but cohesive.

Step 7

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a disc about 1 inch thick and 7 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife or a bench scraper, cut the disc into 8 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza). Carefully transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them for spreading.

Step 9

Brush the tops of the scones lightly with additional whipping cream to help them brown nicely.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly dry. Avoid overbaking to keep the scones tender.

Step 11

While the scones cool slightly on the baking sheet, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 12

Drizzle the glaze over the warm scones using a spoon or fork. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.

Step 13

Enjoy your chocolate dessert scones warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(879.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3534.8

Total Fat 199.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 446.6mg	0%
Sodium 2172.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 442.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.5g	0%
Total Sugars 201.0g
Protein 50.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 273.9mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 1315.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.7%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 47.0%