CINNAMON CHIP SCONES

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These scones will melt in your mouth. They're delicious hot, warm or even cold! -Barbara Humiston, Tampa, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
1 cup buttermilk
1 package (10 ounces) cinnamon baking chips
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Fold in chips. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 10-12 times or until dough is no longer sticky. Divide in half; gently pat or roll each portion into a 7-in. circle. Brush with butter and sprinkle with remaining sugar. , Cut each circle into six wedges. Separate wedges and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 10-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 435mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.