MOCHA CHIP HAZELNUT SCONES

Mocha Chip Hazelnut Scones image

Scrumptious with breakfast or afternoon coffee, these moist, tender scones boast a delightful combination of rich flavors. The toasted hazelnuts add a welcome crunch. -Sharon Gerow, Belleville, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 16 scones.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 cup 2% milk
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted
2/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

Dissolve coffee granules in milk: set aside., In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and baking powder. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir milk mixture into crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in hazelnuts and chocolate chips. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times., Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.