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Cherry Chip Chocolate Scones

These Cherry Chip Chocolate Scones are sure to become a favorite with friends and family. Flavored with dried cherries and mini chocolate chips, these brunch scones make a sweet addition to any early morning celebration. Serve alongside a hot cup of coffee or tea for a tasty breakfast that's sure to please!
  • Skill LevelBeginner
    AmountAbout 8 scones

Ingredients

  • 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 6 tablespoons cold butter

  • 1/2 cup dried cherries

  • 1 egg

  • 1/4 cup, plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon Clear Imitation Vanilla Extract, 2 oz.

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

  • White Sparkling Sugar, 8 oz.

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare cookie pan with parchment paper.
  2. In food processor bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; pulse to combine. Add butter and pulse until mixture is the size of peas. Stir in cherries.
  3. In large bowl, combine egg, 1/4 cup cream and vanilla. Add flour mixture and 1/4 cup chocolate chips; stir until just combined (do not overmix). Pat dough into a circle and cut into 8 wedges. Brush with remaining 1 tablespoon cream and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
  4. Bake 15-17 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of scone comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Remove from pan to cooling grid; cool.

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