Bread,  Fun

Cinnamon Chip Scones

February 21, 2012 /

Moms are seriously amazing. Aren’t they? They always know just how much love to give you when you need it, or just the right amount of Jell-O when your tummy hurts.

They always know what kind of advice to give you (and are 9 times out of 10 right), even when you think you have it all figured out. They always know what is best for you, even though you hate what that “best for you” is.

I am amazed at Moms. They are patient, wise, overwhelmingly kind and unconditionally loving.

Sometimes I wonder if I could be a Mom…

My friend Becci and I were having this conversation about how scary it can be but also how wonderful at the same time.

Don’t get me wrong, I am not saying I want to be a Mom right now. I am in no shape or form ready for that kind of a step yet. I mean Patrick and I just moved in together, I’d like to enjoy that first ;-).

It’s just, Moms are so awesome. I would be scared that I would never live up to what my Mom is or does. I suppose if I ever had a daughter, maybe she would think the same thing.

My mom is so many things I can mention, plus so much more. Someday I hope to possess a quarter of the talent my mother has and I wish I could show her how grateful I am for what she has given me over the years…her response is always, “get me some grand-kids and then we can talk.” Even though she HAS 3 grand-babies of her own from my brother (3 boys), haha.

Whooooooaaaa there mama!! Let’s cross one river at a time. She’s a stinker.

One of things I love about my mom, is her love to fill people’s bellies. I suppose that is where I get it ;-). She always has SO much food for people to snack on, ever since I can remember she has been that way.

I still have friends from high school that talk to me about how great it was to come over to our house. “Remember that time after the play/game/dance and we went to your house and your mom fed us…”

Yeeuuup, I remember.

If I ever do have kids, one thing I will always tell them that I remember about my mom the most when it comes to how much she loved to feed people is…

She is the she BEST at making yummy treats for when you wake up in the morning. She is always whipping up scones, muffins, cakes, pancakes, waffles, etc. Everything she makes always turns out awesome on the first try too…how do moms do that?!

This recipe I am sharing with you today is hers. She has been making these scones for quite some time and MAN are they good. She can make 2 batches and they will be gone in 2 days, or less. hehe

They have just the right amount of salt and sweet, NOM. So good!

Ingredients for Scones:

  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2  teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (if salted butter is used reduced salt to a pinch)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or sour milk, add 1 tablespoon white vinegar and enough milk to make a cup, let sit for 5 minutes)
  • 1 package (10 ounces) mini cinnamon baking chips
Topping:
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 3 tablespoons Sparkling white sugar, or regular

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, do not over mix. Fold in cinnamon chips.

Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 10 to 12 times or until dough is no longer sticky, being careful not to over mix. Divided dough in half; gently pat or roll each portion into a 7 inch circle.

Cut each dough circle into 8 wedge portions. Separate wedges and transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet. Place each wedge back remaking the circle yet leaving a 1/2 inch space between each wedge. Brush the wedges with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar.

Bake at 425º for 14 to 16 minutes or until lightly brown. Let cool slightly and transfer to cooling rack. Serve warm. 16 Servings

Ok, so how yummy are those? I LOVE how the cinnamon chips like explode whenever they cook. It creates this like “milky way” effect inside of the scone and it is delicious!

Love you Mom ♥

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