Cinnamon Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones

Less than two weeks until my due date for Baby Brady #2!!!! So I think that puts me in the “screw it” period where I wanna eat all the sweets including these amazingggggg cinnamon peanut butter chocolate chip scones ha!

Loaded with you guessed it… cinnamon, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and lots of butter (duh), then topped off with my favorite peanut butter maple glaze.

SO drool-worthy. These didn’t last three days in my house!

INGREDIENTS

For the scones

• 2 ⅔ cups all purpose flour + more for dusting your work station
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• 2 ½ tsps baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• 1 stick (½ cup) butter, frozen then grated using a cheese box grater
• ½ cup + 2 tablespoons heavy cream divided
• ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 2 tsps vanilla extract
• 10 oz dark chocolate chips
• coarse sugar for sprinkling

For the glaze

• 2 tbsps butter
• 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• 1-2 tbsps heavy cream

How to make Cinnamon Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones?

Step 1:

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix for a few seconds on medium-low to just combine the dry ingredients. Add in the grated butter, then mix on medium-low until a crumbly butter-flour mixture comes together.

Step 3:

Add ½ cup heavy cream, melted peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl, then mix again on medium-low until it just combines. Finally, mix in the chocolate chips.

Step 4:

Dust a work surface with flour, then pour scone dough out onto the surface. Using your hands, work the dough into a 10×6-inch rectangle, then slice it into 12 equally sized squares. Place scone squares on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5:

Brush the tops of the scones with the remaining 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, then sprinkle coarse sugar over the top. Bake in the oven until golden, about 23-28 minutes.

Step 6:

While the scones are baking, make your glaze: Combine butter, peanut butter, and maple syrup in a small microwave-safe bowl, then microwave until melted, about 1 minute. Whisk in the powdered sugar, salt, and heavy cream until smooth.

Step 7:

Drizzle glaze over warm scones then add another sprinkle of coarse sugar and enjoy!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowl (or stand mixer with paddle attachment)
• Cheese grater (for the butter)
• Knife or dough cutter
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Microwave-safe bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Parchment paper
• Baking sheet
• Pastry brush (or clean fingers)

What to Eat with Cinnamon Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones?

Every Mother’s Day, I make a fresh batch of these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Scones. It started when my oldest was in preschool and brought me breakfast in bed, with a slightly burned Pop-Tart.

Now they both help me mix the dough, carefully adding too many chocolate chips. I usually sneak in extra butter to get that perfect biscuit texture.

These scones are sweet and always disappear within the hour. Later in the day, when we’re craving something for dinner, I’ll make Asian Turkey & Butternut Squash Burgers.

The balance of sweet and spice is a crowd-pleaser. I also love baking Banana Oat Muffins or serving Honey Soy Glazed Chicken Bites on busy weeknights.

FAQ

What is this recipe made of?

These Chocolate Chip Scones are made of flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, heavy cream, peanut butter, eggs, vanilla, and dark chocolate chips with a glaze on top.

What does it taste like?

Chocolate Chip Scones taste sweet with a cinnamon spice and melty chocolate chips inside.

Can I use milk instead of cream?

Yes.

Can I skip the glaze?

Yes.

Can I use natural peanut butter?

Yes.

What’s the best way to store Chocolate Chip Scones?

Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Can I freeze the Chocolate Chip Scones?

Yes.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can shape the scones and chill them in the fridge overnight.

Can kids help with this recipe?

Yes.

Do I need a mixer to make these?

Nope.