Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
2 cup

flour

0.5 cup

brown sugar

2.5 tsp

baking powder

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 cup

butter

cubed

0.75 cup

peanut butter

0.25 cup

milk

2 unit

eggs

2 tsp

vanilla extract

0.5 cup

peanuts

chopped

1.5 ounce

chocolate

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~2 min

Cut butter into 1/2-inch cubes and add to the flour mixture.

Step 4
~2 min

Use a pastry blender or two knives to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5
~2 min

In a small bowl, stir together peanut butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the peanut butter mixture to the flour mixture and knead until just combined.

Step 7
~2 min

Knead in chopped peanuts.

Step 8
~2 min

Pat the dough out to a 1/2-inch thickness on a cutting board.

Key Technique: Cutting
Step 9
~2 min

Cut out 16 rounds using a floured 2 1/2-inch to 3-inch crinkled round biscuit cutter.

Step 10
~2 min

Place 8 rounds on an ungreased baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~2 min

Top each round with a piece of chocolate and one of the remaining circles of dough.

Step 12
~2 min

Gently press the edges to seal.

Step 13
~2 min

Bake for 17-19 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 14
~2 min

Transfer the baking sheet to a wire rack and cool for 5 minutes.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~2 min

Use a spatula to transfer the scones to the wire rack to cool completely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate.

Brush the tops of the scones with milk before baking for a golden crust.

Serve warm with butter or jam.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with coffee or tea.

Enjoy as a snack or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Yogurt parfait

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular breakfast and snack food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Brunch

Occasion Tags

Weekend Breakfast
Holiday Brunch
Afternoon Tea

Popularity Score

70/100

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