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2 cup all-purpose flour, ; sift
1 measuring, plus
1 for working
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup sugar, ; plus 2-3 tb
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, o
4 oz semisweet chocolate, roughly
1 into 1/2 pcs
1 1/4 cup heavy (double) cream
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Directions
Position a rack in the middle of an oven and preheat the oven to 425
degree Mix in the chocolate chips or pieces. Pour in the cream and
mix with the fo
Servings: 12 servings
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Categories: Bread; Breads; Chocolate; Dessert
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We hope you enjoy this Chocolate Chip Scones recipe.
