Dark Chocolate and Cherry Scones Recipe | Homemade Baked Treats
Are you craving a delightful treat? Look no further than these irresistible dark chocolate and cherry scones. Join Genesis in her baking adventure and discover an easy and satisfying recipe to satisfy your taste buds. These scones are the perfect combination of rich dark chocolate and sweet cherries, creating a heavenly flavor that will leave you craving for more. Even if you are new to baking, don't worry! Miss Betty Crocker has your back with this foolproof recipe. Whether it's raining outside or you simply want to indulge in some baking, these scones are the answer. So go ahead, try making them yourself and experience the joy of homemade baked treats. Stay safe, happy, and healthy while enjoying these delicious scones.
Ingredients:
- Dark chocolate chips
- Cherries (pitted and chopped)
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- Heavy cream
- Vanilla extract
- Egg
Cooking steps:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
- Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and egg.
- Pour the cream mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped cherries.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times until it comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- Shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into triangular wedges.
- Place the scones onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown on top.
- Allow the scones to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
