Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Scones (Print Version)

Tender, buttery swirls of chocolate and cinnamon offer a delicious start to the day or a cozy snack.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cold Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
06 - 2/3 cup heavy cream, plus additional for brushing
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Swirl

09 - 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

→ Chocolate

12 - 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

→ Glaze (optional)

13 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
14 - 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
15 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
03 - Incorporate cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk cream, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry mixture and gently mix until just combined.
05 - Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat into a rectangle approximately 1/2-inch thick.
06 - Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush melted butter over the dough, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly, and top with chocolate chips.
07 - Roll up dough from the long edge as for a cinnamon roll, flatten gently into a log, then cut into 8 equal wedges. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
08 - Brush tops with a small amount of cream. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until golden brown and set. Allow to cool slightly.
09 - Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Drizzle glaze over the warm scones if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry and fridge staples for ingredients
  • Ready in under forty minutes start to finish
  • Classic bakery flavors in a homemade treat
  • Perfect balance between a flaky scone and a comforting cinnamon roll
  • Every single bite melts in your mouth with chocolate spice comfort
02 -
  • High in mood-boosting chocolate
  • Great for freezing and reheating
  • Vegetarian friendly and adaptable for other dietary needs
03 -
  • For the flakiest texture work quickly and avoid over-handling the dough
  • Reserve a few chocolate chips for pressing into the top before baking for a melty chocolate finish
  • A light hand with the glaze really lets the layers and swirls show off

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