Banana Chocolate Chip Scones

Why Make This Recipe

Banana Chocolate Chip Scones are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of ripe bananas and sweet chocolate. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The recipe is simple and makes use of common ingredients, so you can whip them up easily. Plus, they fill your kitchen with a wonderful aroma while baking!

How to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Scones

Ingredients

• 400 g all-purpose flour
• 100 g brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 115 g unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 300 g ripe banana (mashed, about 2 bananas)
• 100 g heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 g chocolate chips (plus a handful extra for topping)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for brushing)
• 3 tablespoons coarse sugar or sugar crystals (for sprinkling)

Directions

1. Prep: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Dry mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips.
3. Cut the butter into the flour: Add the cold cubes of butter and toss to coat in the flour mixture. Break the butter down into small pea-sized pieces with a dough blender or by pressing them between your fingers. Make a well in the middle of the mixture and set aside.
4. Wet mixture: In a medium bowl, mash the bananas with the back of a fork. Add heavy cream and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
5. Form dough: Pour the wet mixture into the well you created in the flour mixture and mix with your hand until it becomes a shaggy dough.
6. Press and shape dough: On a floured surface, turn out the dough. Coat your hands with flour and press the dough together into a flattened disc shape that’s about 1-1.5" thick. Don’t knead or overwork the dough.
7. Cut wedges: Use a bench scraper or a knife to cut the dough into 8 wedges. Transfer the wedges to your lined baking sheet, leaving about 1-2" in between each scone for spreading. Press a few extra chocolate chips on top of each scone (optional).
8. Chill and preheat: Chill the entire baking sheet in the fridge while you preheat the oven to 400°F.
9. Brush scones: Right before baking, use a pastry brush to brush a thin layer of heavy cream on top of each scone. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top of each scone for extra crunch.
10. Bake: Bake scones for about 20-25 minutes or until the edges are crisp and golden brown. Let the scones cool on the baking sheet for at least 10-15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or enjoy them warm!

How to Serve Banana Chocolate Chip Scones

Banana Chocolate Chip Scones are best served warm. You can pair them with a cup of coffee or tea. They also taste great with a little butter or cream cheese spread on top. Enjoy them as a snack or as part of a cozy breakfast.

How to Store Banana Chocolate Chip Scones

To store your scones, let them cool completely and then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Just package them in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 1 month. To enjoy, simply reheat in the oven or microwave.

Tips to Make Banana Chocolate Chip Scones

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
• Ensure your butter is cold to create flaky scones.
• Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the scones light and airy.
• Feel free to switch up the chocolate chips for nuts, dried fruit, or other mix-ins you enjoy.

Variation

You can experiment by adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to give your scones a warm, cozy flavor. If you prefer, you can also use mini chocolate chips for a different texture.

FAQs

1. Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour, but the texture may be denser.

2. How can I make these scones healthier?
You can reduce the sugar, use less butter, or substitute some of the heavy cream with unsweetened applesauce.

3. Can I make these scones ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the dough, shape it into wedges, and freeze before baking. When ready to bake, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

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• Author: recipesforcook
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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A delightful treat that combines the flavors of ripe bananas and sweet chocolate, perfect for breakfast or snack.

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Ingredients

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• 400 g all-purpose flour
• 100 g brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 115 g unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
• 300 g ripe banana (mashed, about 2 bananas)
• 100 g heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 g chocolate chips (plus a handful extra for topping)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for brushing)
• 3 tablespoons coarse sugar or sugar crystals (for sprinkling)

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Instructions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and chocolate chips.
3. Add the cold cubes of butter and toss to coat in the flour mixture. Break the butter down into small pea-sized pieces with a dough blender or by pressing them between your fingers. Make a well in the middle of the mixture and set aside.
4. In a medium bowl, mash the bananas with the back of a fork. Add heavy cream and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
5. Pour the wet mixture into the well you created in the flour mixture and mix with your hand until it becomes a shaggy dough.
6. On a floured surface, turn out the dough. Coat your hands with flour and press the dough together into a flattened disc shape that’s about 1-1.5″ thick.
7. Use a bench scraper or a knife to cut the dough into 8 wedges. Transfer the wedges to your lined baking sheet, leaving about 1-2″ in between each scone for spreading. Press a few extra chocolate chips on top of each scone (optional).
8. Chill the entire baking sheet in the fridge while you preheat the oven to 400°F.
9. Right before baking, use a pastry brush to brush a thin layer of heavy cream on top of each scone. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top of each scone for extra crunch.
10. Bake scones for about 20-25 minutes or until the edges are crisp and golden brown. Let the scones cool on the baking sheet for at least 10-15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or enjoy them warm!

Notes

Best served warm with coffee or tea. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or frozen for up to 1 month.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 scone
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 30mg