Dark Chocolate Scones

Directions

1. 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2. Measure flour and level. (Use your finger or a table knife.)
3. 3. Add flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a standing mixer with a paddle attachment and combine.
4. 4. Add butter pieces, spreading around the bowl. Combine the butter into the dry ingredients on a low setting until it forms a coarse meal.
5. 5. Slowly add the liquid mixture of the flour and blend until just combined. Do not over mix. The dough should have a similar texture to cookie dough.
6. 6. Remove dough from mixer dough and place on a floured work surface.
7. 7. Roll into a six-inch circle. The dough should be left fairly think – I usually go for about half an inch in thickness.
8. 8. Cut eight triangular wedges and transfer to a lined baking sheet. Optional: brush one tablespoon of heavy cream over the top of the wedges and sprinkle with sugar.
9. 9. Bake for 17 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10. Allow to cool approximately five minutes and serve!