Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Scones

Aww... how I love scones. Especially those doused in chocolate.

Maybe I love making scones because of how simple they are. You don't have to spend all day making them but still get rewarded with a delicious treat at the end.

I really like this picture. I did a great job.

Hazelnuts and dark chocolate. Like peanut butter and jelly.

See how I made the dough? No? That's how fast I was...

They baked even quicker!

Hmm...

I love you.

Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Scones
(Adapted from Completely Delicious)

Scone:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
3/4 cup plus 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, chopped
1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup buttermilk, cold
1 egg

Raw Sugar (Optional)



Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut the butter into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or your fingers until butter is the size of small peas. Add 3/4 cup of the hazelnuts and 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips. Stir.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. Add to the flour mixture and stir until the mixture just starts to come together.
4. Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup, even divide the dough into 8 pieces. Add to the baking sheet and pat down until about 1/2 inch thick, Top with the remaining hazelnuts and chocolate chips. Sprinkle with raw sugar (optional.)
5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until tops are golden brown. Cool.