Cherry-Chocolate Chip Scones

Health score
3%
Cherry-Chocolate Chip Scones
40 min.
12
173kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet cherries and rich chocolate with these Cherry-Chocolate Chip Scones! Perfect for a morning treat or a cozy brunch, these scones are not only delicious but also easy to make. With a preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 12, making them ideal for gatherings or family breakfasts.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked scones wafting through your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around the table. The blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour gives these scones a hearty texture, while the addition of dried cherries or cranberries adds a burst of fruity flavor. The semisweet miniature chocolate chips melt into the dough, creating pockets of gooey goodness that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

These scones are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, with their golden-brown crust and inviting wedges. Serve them warm, and watch as they disappear in no time! Whether you enjoy them with a cup of coffee, tea, or as a delightful dessert, these Cherry-Chocolate Chip Scones are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your family and friends with this scrumptious baked delight!

Ingredients

  • cup flour all-purpose
  • cup flour whole wheat
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.3 cup butter firm
  • cup yogurt yoplait® (from 2 lb container)
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried
  • 0.3 cup semi chocolate chips miniature

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400 . Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray.
  2. In medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
  3. Cut in butter, using pastry blender, until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in yogurt, cherries and chocolate chips (dough will seem a little crumbly).
  4. On lightly floured surface, shape dough into a ball. Knead dough lightly 10 times. Divide dough in half. On cookie sheet, pat each half of dough into 6-inch circle.
  5. Cut each circle into 6 wedges, using sharp knife, but do not separate wedges.
  6. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet to rack. Carefully separate wedges. Cool 10 minutes.
  7. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories173kcal
Protein9.34%
Fat30.4%
Carbs60.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.09
Glycemic Load
8.66
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.8934782931338%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:172.6kcal
8.63%
Fat:5.93g
9.12%
Saturated Fat:1.88g
11.75%
Carbohydrates:26.43g
8.81%
Net Carbohydrates:24.3g
8.84%
Sugar:9.66g
10.73%
Cholesterol:1.45mg
0.48%
Sodium:248.62mg
10.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:3.22mg
1.08%
Protein:4.1g
8.2%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.43%
Selenium:10.73µg
15.32%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.51%
Phosphorus:87.19mg
8.72%
Fiber:2.13g
8.51%
Vitamin A:361.64IU
7.23%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.83%
Iron:1.18mg
6.56%
Magnesium:26.21mg
6.55%
Folate:25.76µg
6.44%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.83%
Copper:0.11mg
5.29%
Calcium:50.72mg
5.07%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.1%
Potassium:118.57mg
3.39%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.85%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.42%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.1%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.68%