Description
Delightful scones infused with peppermint and chunks of white chocolate, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk heavy cream, egg, and peppermint extract, then pour into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, and pat into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into wedges or circles.
- Place scones on a baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool on a wire rack, then serve.
Notes
Enjoy with a drizzle of icing or a sprinkle of crushed candy canes. Suitable for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: scones, peppermint, white chocolate, holiday baking, festive treats