Secret Recipes

Chocolate Almond Scones

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  • 3 1/2 cups flour
  • 5 tsp baking powder
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 ounces cold sweet butter
  • 3/4 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

Preheat oven to 425° F.

Combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until it resembles course meal.

Add 3 eggs (reserving 1), almond extract and cream. Stir until a soft dough form, add chocolate chips and almonds.

Pat out on a lightly floured surface 3/4-inch thick. Cut into wedges and brush with the reserved egg (beaten).

Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

Servings:
12 scones