Best 5 Chocolate Pecan Scones Recipes

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Chocolate pecan scones are a delectable treat that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the nutty crunch of pecans. These scones are perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, or as an afternoon snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making them a versatile addition to any recipe collection. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delicious scones that will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family.

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CHOCOLATE PECAN SCONES



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Chocolate pecan scones are buttery, flaky breakfast pastries filled with chocolate chunks and chopped pecans. Try this recipe adapted from Ina Garten!

Provided by Haley D Williams

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips (I used Ghirardelli)
½ cup coarsely chopped pecans
2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (divided, plus more for dusting)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt¹
1 tablespoon sugar (plus more for sprinkling)
¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) cold, unsalted butter (cut into ½-inch pieces)
½ cup (120 ml) cold, heavy cream
2 extra large eggs (lightly beaten)
1 extra large egg beaten with 2 tahlespoons water or cream (for egg wash)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400° F and arrange oven rack in the center of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, stir together chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and 2 tablespoons. flour in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar. After 30 seconds, add the cold butter cubes with mixer still on low speed. Beat mixture until pea-sized pieces of butter form, about 90 seconds.
  • In a small bowl (or in a measuring cup), whisk together the cream and 2 eggs until combined. With mixer on low speed, pour cream mixture into butter mixture and beat just until blended, about 20 seconds. (The dough should not form into a ball in the mixing bowl It's a good sign if you still see pockets of flour). Add chocolate chips and pecans, and beat just until combined (the dough will be very sticky).
  • Transfer dough onto a well-floured work surface and knead a few times (avoid overworking the dough), just until the dough forms a loose ball and chocolate and pecans are evenly distributed. Dust with flour as needed so the dough doesn't stick to the surface.
  • Flour a rolling pin and roll dough into a circle 8-inches in diameter and ¾-inch thick (it's a good sign if you should see lumps of butter in the dough). Use a sharp knife to cut dough into 8 wedges. Place scones on prepared pan 2 inches apart.
  • To make egg wash, whisk together 1 egg and 2 tablespoons cream. Brush tops with egg wash to make a light coat (you won't use all of it). Sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake scones at 400° until tops are lightly browned and insides are fully baked, about 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 scone, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 129 mg, Sodium 621 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, Calories 493 kcal, UnsaturatedFat 14 g

CHOCOLATE PECAN SCONES



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Chocolate Pecan Scones are flaky and loaded with chocolate and pecans! Serve warm or at room temperature. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!

Provided by Ashley Manila

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 and 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, VERY cold and cut into tiny pieces
1 large egg
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 ounce bag chocolate chips
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon milk or water
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°(F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine flour, salt, baking powder, brown sugar and cinnamon; mix well to combine.
  • Cut the butter into small cubes then work it into the mixture (using your fingers, two forks, or a pastry cutter) until it resembles a coarse meal.
  • In a glass measuring cup whisk together the egg, cream, and vanilla. Add the liquid mixture to the flour mixture. Add in the chocolate chips and pecans. Use a fork to stir everything together until just moistened. Don't worry if the dough looks shaggy!
  • Empty the loose dough out onto a clean, lightly floured work surface. Knead the dough a few times, then shape it into an 8-inch disc.
  • Cut the disc into 8 wedges and carefully transfer them to the prepared sheet, placing them 2" apart.
  • Lightly brush each scone with the egg wash.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until light golden brown.
  • Allow scones to cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar before serving!

CRANBERRY PECAN SCONES



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Based on the traditional Scottish biscuits, these scones are packed with cranberries and crunchy pecans. You may add food coloring to the glaze if desired.

Provided by M. Goldman

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 14

¾ cup milk
1 teaspoon white vinegar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon grated nutmeg
½ cup butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
1 cup dried cranberries
½ cup chopped pecans
1 egg white, beaten
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine 3/4 cup milk and vinegar in a bowl; let stand until milk is curdled, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl; cut in butter with a pastry blender. Smooth remaining butter clumps with hands; stir in milk mixture, cranberries, and pecans. Knead until dough comes together in a ball.
  • Place dough onto a floured work surface. Roll out with a rolling pin to 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into long, 2-inch wide strips with a sharp knife; cut strips into triangles. Transfer to the baking sheet. Brush tops with egg white.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops are golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons milk in a small bowl; mix until combined. Drizzle over scones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Cholesterol 8.7 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 119 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

MAPLE-PECAN SCONES



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This scone recipe uses heavy cream, maple syrup, and cold butter. Using a food processor makes it fast to incorporate the cold butter. Be sure to toast the pecans to bring out the flavor.

Provided by Michaunp

Categories     Scones

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
¼ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Adjust an oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk cream and 3 tablespoons maple syrup together in a bowl.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a food processor; pulse 3 times to combine. Drop cold butter pieces evenly over top and continue to pulse until mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, about 6 pulses.
  • Transfer flour mixture to a large bowl. Add toasted pecans and cream mixture. Stir until dough begins to come together.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until a rough, sticky ball forms. Divide into 2 balls and flatten slightly. Cut each circle into 4 wedges and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake on the middle rack of the preheated oven until tops are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool on a baking rack, about 10 minutes.
  • While the scones are cooling, whisk 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons maple syrup together until well combined.
  • Drizzle glaze over scones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 59.8 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 342.3 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

WHITE CHOCOLATE PECAN SCONES



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This is a recipe that I played with for awhile. I lowered the salt for myself so you might want a bit more. The pecans are nicer if you toast them in the heated oven for a few mins before useing them but it's not required.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Scones

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/3 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
6 ounces white chocolate (good quality, such as Lindt, cut into chunks)
3/4 cup chopped pecans (leave large chunks)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Cut butter into flour mix with a pastry blender or food processor, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the milk, egg, and vanilla.
  • Add the cream mixture to the flour mixture and knead until combined. Knead in the white chocolate and pecans.
  • With lightly floured hands, pat the dough out on a floured work surface to a thickness of 5/8 inch.
  • Cut into wedges, squares or whatever you like
  • Bake scones on ungreased baking sheet for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned on top. Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes, then transfer scones to cooling rack. Serve warm or cool completely and store in an airtight container. Makes 8.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 46.8, Sodium 264.4, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 21.5, Protein 6.8

Tips:

  • To achieve a flaky texture in your scones, use cold butter and work it into the dough quickly.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in tough scones.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the scones into wedges. This will help prevent them from crumbling.
  • Bake the scones until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the scones warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, jam, or cream.

Conclusion:

Chocolate pecan scones are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of scones that will surely impress your family and friends.

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