Chocolate Chip Scones

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We love scones around here and lately these chocolate chip scones have been the favorite in my house. We thought we were going to freeze them and have scones for months. Nope. They were gone within a week.

Not only are these scones delicious, they are so easy to make, and like our apple scones, they take less than a handful of simple ingredients. Simple is always good!

Ingredients

• 3 cups self-rising flour. Self-rising flour already contains the baking powder and salt so you don’t have to add them to this recipe. If you don’t have self-rising flour, you can substitute all purpose flour but you will need to add 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of salt to it. Then stir to combine.
• ¼ cup granulated sugar. Adds sweetness but not too much.
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips. You can substitute 1/2 cup of regular chocolate chips.
• 1½ cup heavy cream. This ingredient is key for making moist and tender scones. I don’t recommend substituting regular milk because it does not contain enough fat.

Instructions

Step 1. Preheat oven to 425 F (218 C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Click here to learn how to make these chocolate chip scones in a visual story.

Substitutions

• Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Scones – To make these scones gluten free, follow this gluten free scones recipe by King Arthur Flour add the chocolate chips into the dry ingredients as instructed.
• Sugar Free – Substitute Swerve products for the sugar used in this recipe: Swerve granulated sugar. (affiliate links)
• All Purpose Flour – You can substitute all-purpose flour for the self-rising flour. Add 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of salt then stir to combine.

Variations

• Butterscotch scones – substitute 1/2 cup of butterscotch chips for the mini chocolate chips.
• White chocolate scones – substitute 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips for the mini chocolate chips.
• Orange chocolate scones – Stir 2 tablespoons of orange zest into dry ingredients. Visit our recipe for lime scones to learn how to zest citrus.
• Chocolate cherry scones – Stir 1/2 cup of coarsely chopped dried cherries into the dry ingredients.

Storage

• Room Temperature Storage. If you plan to eat the scones within 1-2 days, you can store them at room temperature. Place the cooled scones in an airtight container or resealable bag. They should remain fresh for up to two days.
• Refrigeration. To extend the shelf life of your scones, you can refrigerate them. Place the cooled scones in an airtight container or resealable bag and store them in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 4-5 days. Before serving, you can warm them in the microwave for a few seconds or in a preheated oven at 300 F (150 C) for 5-10 minutes.
• Freezing. Scones freeze well, so if you want to store them for longer periods, freezing is a great option. Follow these steps:
  • Allow the scones to cool completely after baking.
  • Individually wrap each scone tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
  • Place the wrapped scones in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag, removing as much air as possible before sealing.
  • Label the container with the date and store it in the freezer.
  • Frozen scones will keep for up to 2-3 months.
  • To thaw, remove the desired number of scones from the freezer and let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Alternatively, you can microwave them on a low setting until thawed.
  • Once thawed, you can warm the scones in the microwave or oven before serving.
• Reheating. Whether stored at room temperature, in the refrigerator, or freezer, reheating the scones will enhance their flavor and texture. Simply warm the scones in a preheated oven at 300 F (150 C) for 5-10 minutes or in the microwave for a few seconds until warmed through.

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• Lime Scones
• Cranberry Orange Scones
• 3 Ingredient Scones
• Apple Scones
• Maple Pecan Scones

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