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Fluffy Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Scones

A freshly baked, triangular Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Scone sitting on a small white plate.
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A simple recipe for tender, flaky gluten-free scones featuring chocolate chips, using a cream cheese base for improved texture.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 4 ounces cold cream cheese, cut into small pieces
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut the cold butter and cream cheese into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Work quickly to keep the ingredients cold.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg and 1/4 cup of heavy cream together.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a fork to mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface (use gluten-free flour). Gently pat the dough into a 3/4-inch thick circle.
  8. Cut the circle into 8 equal wedges, like a pizza. Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, keeping them slightly separated.
  9. Brush the tops of the scones lightly with a little extra heavy cream.
  10. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the scones cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For best results, chill the dough for 15 minutes before baking if your kitchen is warm.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute the heavy cream with buttermilk.
  • You can use chocolate chunks instead of chips for larger pockets of melted chocolate.

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