Chocolate Chip Scones

  • Prep Time: 20 min

  • Bake Time: 25 min

  • Yield: 14 scones

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups + 2 tbsp. flour

  • 2 tbsp. sugar

  • 2 tbsp. baking powder

  • 2 tsp. salt

  • 1 ½ cups butter

  • 5 eggs

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 3/4 cup raisins

  • 2 tbsp. milk

Instructions:

Cut butter into 1-inch cubes, then place in freezer for about 15 minutes. Combine 4 cups of flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix in cold butter until pea-sized pieces form. Add 4 lightly beaten eggs and heavy cream. Coat chocolate chips in 1 tablespoon of flour, then add to dough. Place dough on well-floured surface, then roll out with floured hands and rolling pin. Knead into balls, or 1-inch thick circles to cut into slices. Brush scones with egg wash created from remaining egg and milk then sprinkle with additional sugar. Bake in 400-degree oven for 20 minutes.