Chocolate Almond Scones

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serves/makes:

ready in:
under 30 minutes

ingredients

3 1/2 cups flour
5 teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 ounces cold sweet butter
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Combine flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in butter until it resembles course meal.

Add 3 eggs (reserving 1), almond extract and cream. Stir until a soft dough forms, then add chocolate chips and almonds.

Pat out on a lightly floured surface 3/4-inch thick. Cut into wedges and brush with the reserved egg (beaten).

Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden brown.