Chocolate Chip Peppermint Scones

 

Momma H here.  We are featuring a guest blogger this week, my daughter.  She did these without me setting foot in the kitchen.  Lovely.

 

<(^-^)> Hi. This is Momma H's youngest child. I am 13 years old and LOVE to bake. I finally got to try this yummy recipe and it's perfect for Christmas!!!! I hope you like it! <(^-^)>

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Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 cup chocolate chips

1 1/8 cup heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup crushed candy-canes

powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

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Baking Time:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Add chocolate chips and toss to coat with flour mixture.

Pour 1 cup heavy whipping cream into mixture, stirring until all ingredients are moistened.

Turn mixture out onto lightly floured surface.
Knead gently and pat dough out to about 1 inch thick.

Cut out into assorted shapes.

Place scones 1 inch apart on two baking sheets that have been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.

Brush scones with remaining 1/8 cup heavy whipping cream and sprinkle with crushed candy-canes.

 

Bake 15 to 20 or until very lightly browned.
Serve warm and dusted with powdered sugar if desired.

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