Mint Chocolate Chip Scones
Ingredients
Instructions
- The night before making, puree 1 small bunch or handful of mint with 1/4 cup of cream in food processor or blender. Add remaining 1 cup cream and chill mixture in refrigerator overnight.
- Pour cream through strainer. Measure out 1 cup of cream and leave the rest in the bowl. Save 3 tbsp pureed mint for shortcakes.
- Make shortcakes: Preheat over to 400 degrees. Sift flour into bowl, add baking power, salt, sugar, and chopped chocolate. Stir in reserved chopped mint leaves and 1 cup cream. If dough is still too dry, add more cream by tablespoonful. Gather dough and shape into a circle t 3/4" thick. Cut in 12 scones. Place on cookie sheet and if desired, brush with remaining cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake 13-16 minutes until light golden brown.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
359
kcal
18% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).