Chocolate Cinnamon Roll Scones (Printable Version)

Buttery scones swirled with chocolate and cinnamon sugar for a sweet breakfast or midday indulgence.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cold Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
06 - 2/3 cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Swirl

09 - 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
11 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

→ Chocolate

12 - 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate

→ Glaze (optional)

13 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
14 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk or cream
15 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Incorporate cold, cubed butter into dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour this into the flour mixture and mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll or pat it into a rectangle approximately 1/2 inch thick.
06 - Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Brush surface of dough with melted butter, sprinkle evenly with cinnamon sugar, and distribute chocolate chips on top.
07 - Roll dough up from the long edge to form a log. Gently flatten the log and cut into 8 equal wedges. Position wedges on prepared baking sheet.
08 - Lightly brush tops of wedges with additional cream. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes or until golden brown and set. Cool slightly before glazing.
09 - Whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk or cream until a smooth glaze forms. Drizzle over warm scones as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses regular pantry staples you likely have around
  • No yeast or rising time needed so you get scones quickly
  • Chocolate and cinnamon sugar give both warmth and richness
  • Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat with coffee
02 -
  • High in cozy flavor but simple to make with basic equipment
  • Great for meal prep freeze unbaked or baked for later
  • Vegetarian and can be adapted for allergies if needed
03 -
  • Always use cold butter and do not overwork the dough to ensure the tender crumb
  • Do not overbake. Pull scones when just golden. They cook a little more on the tray as they cool
  • If the dough feels sticky add a teaspoon of flour at a time until workable. Drier dough gives higher rise
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