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Indulgent Peppermint White Chocolate Scones for Cozy Mornings

These Peppermint White Chocolate Scones are perfect for cozy mornings, combining delightful flavors and easy preparation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: breakfast ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scone Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder helps the scones rise beautifully
  • 5 tablespoons sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 6 tablespoons chilled butter ensures flaky layers
  • ⅔ cup half-and-half adds richness
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup white chocolate wafers for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract main flavor
For the Topping
  • ¼ cup crushed peppermint candies for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry blender
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in half-and-half, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until just moistened.
  5. Knead the dough lightly, shape into a disc about 1 inch thick.
  6. Cut the disc into 8 wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush tops with half-and-half and sprinkle with sugar before baking.
  8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  9. Allow to cool on a wire rack, then drizzle with melted white chocolate.
  10. Sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use cold butter for flaky layers and do not overmix the dough.

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