Easy and soft chocolate chip scones

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 2/3 cup milk
• 3.5 cups flour
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1/3 cup + 1 tsp sugar (80g + 5g)
• 8 oz cold butter
• 3.5 oz chocolate chips

To decorate:

• melted dark chocolate

Materials

• bowl, baking tray, oven

Preparation

• Grate the butter (it will be easier to incorporate). Mix the flour, baking powder, and 80g of sugar. Combine the egg and milk.
• Add the cold grated butter (you can also add it cut into small cubes). Work it in well with your fingers until the mixture is uniformly crumbly.
  
• Gradually add the egg and milk mixture, mixing until you have a smooth dough. Set aside the rest of the mixture for step 6.
• At this point, you can add whatever mix-ins you like. We chose chocolate chips. Mix well to combine.
  
• If the dough is too difficult to work with, refrigerate it for 15 minutes. Divide the dough into two and form two balls. Flatten the dough balls and cut them into 6.
• Place the scones on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush with the remaining egg + milk mixture. Sprinkle with sugar.
  
• Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-17 minutes.
• And there you have it, your chocolate chip scones are ready! You can drizzle them with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
  

Observations

Can you freeze scones?
Yes, you can freeze the scones as soon as the dough is ready or after they are baked.

Can you reduce the amount of butter?
You can reduce the amount of butter in this recipe by half if you wish. You can also replace it with margarine.

Can you replace the add-ins?
You can replace the chocolate chips with dried fruit or even citrus zest.

Round scones or triangular scones?
We made triangular scones, but feel free to make them round. You can use a round cutter or form balls and flatten them.

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