The Many Wonders Of Chocolate Chip Scones

By Anthony Cook


Anyone who has ever had the delight of biting into a delicious scone knows just how wonderful they are. There are practically unlimited occasions in which these tasty baked treats can be enjoyed. The next time you're having a fancy party or just want something good to munch on for dessert, consider chocolate chip scones.

While there are numerous people can say that they enjoy these pastries, not everyone agrees on how they are pronounced. Since they are popular in so many different parts of the world, it is only natural that different people would end up saying the word in different ways. Depending on where you are, you might hear it pronounced so that it rhymes with the word "gone, " whereas in other places it might be that it sounds like it rhymes with "cone."

There are a few different theories as to where the word scone originated, but when is generally agreed to be the early 1500s. Schoonbrood from Holland and bannock from Scotland both may have been influential. Eventually, these came together to be known as scones.

Originally, a scone started out large, round, and flat. It was then cut into triangles to be served. Nowadays, these pastries have a much thicker texture thanks to the invention of baking powder.

One quick and easy way to pick up a scone or two is simply by stopping off at the local bakery or grocery store. Before buying a whole dozen, it might be a good idea to sample one first. It's easy to tell if their recipe off or if the pastries just aren't quite fresh.

Some people just have to take things into their own hands, and those individuals might consider making their own baked treats from scratch. There are numerous recipes to choose from online, and with enough time and resources, a home chef can experiment until they are completely satisfied with the taste and texture of their finished product. The payoff is getting to eat the delicious things, as well as sharing them with family and friends if there are any left over.

Traditionally, a scone is often served with tea. These pastries are also delicious with coffee. Whether it is teatime or dessert time, there is no wrong time for a scone.

Many people have coveted family recipes for this kind of thing. It is worth it to ask relatives if they have one. These can often be much better than recipes used by commercial bakeries.




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