These pecan chocolate scones are buttery, flaky, and decadent. Perfect for a delicious treat, the recipe features rich chocolate chips and crunchy pecans combined with a light scone dough that’s baked to perfection.
1: Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper.
2: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until mixed.
3: Add the cubed butter and incorporate into the dough until it resembles pea-sized pieces.
4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and heavy cream and set aside.
5: Toss the egg mixture and chopped pecans into the flour mixture and combine the dough using your hands until mixed.
6: Turn out the dough onto a well-floured surface, knead a few times, and shape into a large disk about 1.5 inches thick.
7: Cut the disk into 8 large pieces using a knife or pastry scraper.
8: Brush the tops with egg wash, add a few pecans, and sprinkle with sugar.
9: Bake the scones for 30 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through the process.
10: Serve warm with butter.
