Heart Shaped Dried Cherry and Chocolate Chip Scones

Delight your loved ones with these Heart Shaped Dried Cherry and Chocolate Chip Scones, a whimsical and delicious treat perfect for special occasions or a cozy afternoon tea. These tender, buttery scones are studded with bursts of sweet dried cherries and melty mini chocolate chips, creating a harmonious balance of flavors in every bite. Shaped into charming hearts and finished with a golden brown glaze of heavy cream and optional turbinado sugar for added crunch, they’re as visually appealing as they are tasty. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these easy-to-make scones are ideal for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, or any moment worth celebrating. Serve them warm with a dollop of clotted cream or enjoy them as-is for a simple, heartwarming indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream, plus more for brushing
• 1 unit Egg, large
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dried cherries, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons Turbinado sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until the dough just starts to come together. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Add the chopped dried cherries and mini chocolate chips to the dough. Gently fold until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times to bring it together. Roll it out to about 1-inch thickness.

Step 8

Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather the scraps, re-roll, and repeat until all the dough is used.

Step 9

Brush the tops of the scones lightly with heavy cream and sprinkle with turbinado sugar, if desired.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(756.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3027.6

Total Fat 157.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 578.4mg	0%
Sodium 2218.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 377.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 172.0g
Protein 38.0g	0%

Vitamin D 98.3IU	0%
Calcium 213.2mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 699.7mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 49.0%