Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones—an irresistible treat that enhances your coffee moments with a tender, buttery texture and a rich espresso flavor. These scones elevate the traditional pastry with a perfect blend of chocolate and coffee, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these scones are versatile enough to suit any occasion. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with spreads and beverages, they promise to tantalize your taste buds and become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into small pieces)
- ¾ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream (for glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp instant espresso powder (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp brewed coffee (or espresso) (for glaze)
- 1 – 2 tbsp milk or cream (or water) (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
- Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form. Stir in chocolate chips.
- Whisk together heavy cream and vanilla; gradually mix into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Shape dough into an 8-inch circle on a floured surface and cut into 8 wedges.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing sifted powdered sugar, espresso granules, brewed coffee, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled scones before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg