Maple Cranberry Dark Chocolate Scones

These Maple Cranberry Dark Chocolate Scones are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of dark chocolate and sweet cranberries with the warmth of maple syrup. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon tea!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup for glazing

Instructions:

Start by heating the oven to 400F 200C

Melt the chocolate chips, add the salt, and mix the baking powder and flour together in a large bowl

Mix the cold butter cubes into the dry ingredients

You can use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture looks like big crumbs

Mix the heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in a different bowl using a whisk

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together just until they are mixed

Don't mix the dough too much; it should still be a little sticky

Place the dough on a floured surface and knead it a few times to bring it all together

Make a circle out of the dough that is about an inch thick

Cut the circle into 8 wedges with a sharp knife

Spread the scones out on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper

Leave some space between each one

After the oven is hot, bake the scones for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked

Add maple syrup to the scones while they are still warm for a sweet glaze

Let the scones cool down a bit before you serve them

Have fun!