Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Grate the frozen butter on the large holes of a box grater and keep it chilled until needed.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, kosher salt, ground cinnamon, and brown sugar in a large bowl until uniform.
Incorporate Ingredients
- Toss the grated frozen butter into the dry mix. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to quickly distribute; the butter should be pea-sized.
- Fold in chopped bittersweet chocolate and toasted hazelnuts, reserving a few pieces and halves for the tops.
Dough Formation
- Make a well in the center and pour in cold heavy cream. Stir gently until a shaggy dough forms.
- If dough is too dry, add up to 1–2 tablespoons more cream; avoid overmixing.
Shaping and Chilling
- Tip dough onto a lightly floured surface and press into a 7–8 inch disk about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick.
- Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes.
- Cut into 8 wedges with a sharp knife. Brush tops with beaten egg mixed with cream or milk, sprinkle with turbinado sugar, and press reserved chocolate pieces and hazelnut halves onto the tops.
Baking
- Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 16–20 minutes until golden and slightly cracked on top.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
Notes
Serve warm with butter or clotted cream; great with strong coffee. These scones can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for 4 days.
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