Chocolate Chip Scones with Orange Zest

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chocolate Chip Scones with Orange Zest.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with a light spray of nonstick cooking spray.

2. Step 2

   In a spacious mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, whisking them together until they harmonize beautifully.

3. Step 3

   Next, introduce the chilled, cubed butter to the dry mixture.

4. Step 4

   With a pastry blender or a sturdy fork, work the butter into the flour until the texture resembles coarse crumbs, reminiscent of sandy shores.

5. Step 5

   Gently fold in the miniature chocolate chips, ensuring they are sprinkled evenly throughout the mixture for delightful bursts of sweetness.

6. Step 6

   Pour in the fresh orange juice and stir until a cohesive dough forms; if it feels a bit dry, don’t hesitate to add a splash more juice.

7. Step 7

   Transfer the dough to a floured surface, patting or rolling it into a circle about 9 inches in diameter and half an inch thick.

8. Step 8

   With a 2 ½-inch fluted biscuit cutter, carve out 12 scones, gathering any leftover dough to re-pat and cut additional scones as needed.

9. Step 9

   Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, giving them room to breathe.

10. Step 10

    Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes, or until they turn a lovely golden brown.

11. Step 11

    Once they’re perfectly baked, transfer the scones to wire racks to cool, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that promises a delightful treat ahead.

12. Step 12

    Enjoy the warm, zesty flavors with a cup of tea or coffee!.