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Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones

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Indulge in the delightful combination of rich coffee and sweet chocolate with these Chocolate Chip Coffee Scones. Perfectly tender and buttery, these scones are a fantastic companion to your morning coffee or an afternoon tea. With their simple preparation, you can whip up a batch in no time, making them ideal for any occasion—be it a cozy brunch with friends or a quick weekday breakfast. The addition of instant espresso powder elevates the flavor profile, ensuring each bite is packed with a delicious coffee essence that pairs beautifully with mini chocolate chips. Enjoy the flexibility of customizing these scones with your favorite mix-ins or glazes for an extra special touch!

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in chocolate chips.
  4. Whisk together vanilla extract and heavy cream in a separate bowl; pour into dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Turn dough onto a floured surface; shape into an 8-inch circle and cut into 8 triangles.
  6. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; cool on a wire rack.
  8. Drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar, brewed coffee, instant espresso powder, and cream.

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