Cacao and Milk Chocolate Scones

Health score
1%
Cacao and Milk Chocolate Scones
30 min.
12
437kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with our Cacao and Milk Chocolate Scones, a perfect treat for any morning meal, brunch, or even dessert! These scones are not just a feast for the eyes but also a heavenly combination of rich flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Imagine biting into a warm, flaky scone, bursting with the sweetness of milk chocolate morsels and the subtle crunch of cacao nibs or toasted pecans. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making them an irresistible choice for chocolate lovers.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those busy mornings when you want to impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With only a handful of ingredients, including all-purpose flour, sugar, and cold unsalted butter, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious scones with ease. The addition of whipping cream and vanilla extract elevates the flavor profile, ensuring that every scone is moist and decadent.

Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a cup of coffee or serve them at a brunch gathering, these scones are sure to become a favorite in your household. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a delightful treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup cacao nibs toasted chopped
  • large eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • cup milk chocolate bar with hershey's) chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter unsalted cold cut into pieces
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • blender
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender until crumbly. Stir in chocolate morsels and cacao nibs.
  2. Whisk together egg, 1 cup whipping cream, and vanilla; add to flour mixture, stirring with a fork just until dry ingredients are moistened and mixture forms a shaggy dough. Using a 1/3-cup measuring cup, scoop dough into mounds onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
  3. Brush scones with additional cream, and sprinkle with sugar, if desired.
  4. Bake at 425 for 18 minutes or until golden.
  5. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories437kcal
Protein4.59%
Fat53.3%
Carbs42.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.76
Glycemic Load
25.26
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.7834783073353%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:436.79kcal
21.84%
Fat:26.1g
40.16%
Saturated Fat:16.35g
102.16%
Carbohydrates:46.39g
15.46%
Net Carbohydrates:44.9g
16.33%
Sugar:20.48g
22.76%
Cholesterol:68.41mg
22.8%
Sodium:216.53mg
9.41%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.28%
100%
Protein:5.06g
10.12%
Selenium:12.68µg
18.11%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.78%
Folate:60.36µg
15.09%
Vitamin A:668.6IU
13.37%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.84%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.87%
Vitamin B3:1.87mg
9.35%
Calcium:93.23mg
9.32%
Iron:1.66mg
9.24%
Phosphorus:78.86mg
7.89%
Fiber:1.49g
5.95%
Vitamin D:0.61µg
4.09%
Magnesium:15.68mg
3.92%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.83%
Potassium:105.72mg
3.02%
Copper:0.05mg
2.69%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.67%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.23%
Vitamin K:1.73µg
1.65%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.55%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.42%
Source:My Recipes