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Cinnamon Chip Scones

By Courtney 46 Comments

Long time readers may remember this all time FAVORITE recipe of mine for Cinnamon Chip Scones. Sometimes a recipe is just too good not to share again, so I’m bringing it back to remind you all…you need to make these ASAP.

I have a secret to share with you all…

I never used to like scones.

I always found them to be too dry, and just not quite sweet enough to satisfy my sweet tooth.

But all of that went out the window the day I made these.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

This recipe for Cinnamon Chip Scones is the only one that I’ve ever had that could provide the texture and sweetness that I desire in a baked treat.

They come out so incredibly moist, I’d say they’re more comparable to a muffin-cookie combo, rather than a scone.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Like so many great recipes, this one actually came from when I lived with my parents, meaning it’s been around for a while and has stood the test of time.

The scones are decadent, delicious and it’s pretty much impossible to eat just one.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

So if you’ve ever shunned scones like I once did, please give them another chance…

Cinnamon Chip Scones

You’ll fall in love. Just like I did. Because they’re good to the very last crumb.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Cinnamon Chip Scones

These cinnamon chip scones are perfect for a weekend brunch or a busy workday. I recommend serving warm out of the oven!

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Ingredients

  • 3-1/4 cups flour* (I used 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour + 1-1/4 cups all-purpose, but all all-purpose will work just as well)
  • 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp sugar, divided
  • 2-1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup cold butter
  • 1 cup buttermilk**
  • 1 package (10 oz.) cinnamon-flavored baking chips
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. 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. Fold in chips.
  2. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 10-12 times or until dough is no longer sticky. Divide in half; gently pat or roll each portion into a 7-inch circle. Brush with butter and sprinkle with remaining sugar.
  3. Cut each circle into eight wedges*. Separate wedges and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned. Serve warm. ENJOY! Smile
  4. *Note: Cut the wedges into whatever size desired. You can cut each circle into 6, 8, or 12 wedges. Just be sure to adjust baking times.

Notes

6 wedges = 12-15 minutes 8 wedges = 10-12 minutes 12 wedges = 8-10 minutes If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, just mix 1 tbsp lemon juice with enough milk to equal 1 cup. Let sit for 5 minutes.

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That’s the basic recipe but I find it’s helpful to see some shots from the full process, so here are some more details.

Combine your dry ingredients and then add your buttermilk.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Mix until it’s just moistened, but don’t overmix!

Cinnamon Chip Scones

The next step is to fold in your chips.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Now, a quick note — I love using cinnamon chips in this recipe, and they can be hard to find in the grocery store, but you can find them on Amazon. OR, any chip (chocolate, butterscotch, peanut butter) will be delicious!

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Now, get your muscles ready. It’s time to knead! Be gentle, and bring all of the ingredients together until the dough is no longer sticky.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Divide it in half and then gently pat into 7-inch circles.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Now, brush your dough circles with melted butter and then sprinkle with the remaining sugar.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Grab your pizza cutter (multitasker!) and cut each circle into your desired number of wedges, and then separate them on an ungreased baking sheet.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Bake at 425 degrees (make sure you look at the recipe notes above to see the different baking times based on how many wedges you have).

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Don’t they look so delicious?!

Cinnamon Chip Scones

I dare you not to eat one warm and fresh out of the oven with a cup of coffee on the side.

Cinnamon Chip Scones

Cinnamon Chip Scones

And now, if you’ll excuse me, I think it’s about time to go grab another one!

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About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Emma (Sweet Tooth Runner) says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:13 pm

    I LOVE scones!! These look AMAZING!! I am drooling...seriously bookmarking this RIGHT now! Man alive they look DELISH! You are a GENIUS girl! :D
    Reply
  2. Courtney @ The Granola Chronicles says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:19 pm

    Always looking for new scone recipes! These look so decadent - yum!!
    Reply
  3. Kristen @ That Hoosier Girl says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:25 pm

    I've always had an issue with dry scones. These look sooo good!
    Reply
  4. Amanda @ Fashionably Plate says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:28 pm

    I love scones! I have tried tons of recipes and they always seem to come out way too dry and hard :( I will definitely be trying this recipe soon!
    Reply
    • The Kook @ The Kitchen Kook says

      February 1, 2013 at 5:10 pm

      I had the same, exact problem! (see my comment below!) My scones were all tough, chewy, and rock-hard. But I finally found sweet, buttery, tender success! :D http://thekitchenkook.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-best-most-perfect-scone-recipe-ever.html
      Reply
  5. Katy (The Singing Runner) says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:31 pm

    I've never had a scone now that I think of it! Ahh, a crime. ;)
    Reply
  6. Lauren says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:44 pm

    I love scones and I cannot wait to try these... I have never seen Cinnamon chips at the store though... Where did you get them?
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      February 20, 2011 at 7:19 pm

      Hannaford!
      Reply
  7. Colleen @ The Lunchbox Diaries says

    February 20, 2011 at 1:36 pm

    I'd like THOSE scones! ;)
    Reply
  8. Emily says

    February 20, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    Those look fantastic! I'm really picky about scones too, because they can definitely be too dry. If I'm drinking tea or coffee, sometimes I like to dip them in it :) LOVE THOSE CINNAMON CHIPS TOO! They're fantastic... I've put them in banana bread and they just add a little something special :D
    Reply
  9. Carrie (Moves 'N Munchies) says

    February 20, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    oh my gosh! how amazing are scones- SUCH great texture!
    Reply
  10. Liz @ iheartvegetables says

    February 20, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    I've NEVER had a scone! Sad, but true. Where did you find cinnamon chips?? I've never seen them at the grocery store, but I'm imagining lots of delicious recipes using them!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      February 20, 2011 at 7:19 pm

      They were at my local Hannaford grocery store.
      Reply
    • The Kook @ The Kitchen Kook says

      February 1, 2013 at 5:12 pm

      They're a seasonal item only sold during the holidays :( So I always stock up at Central Market at the beginning of January. But you could also order them online! They're delicious!
      Reply
  11. Melissa says

    February 20, 2011 at 2:56 pm

    I'm not a big scone fan, but anything cinnamon definitely appeals. From what you said about this recipe, I might have to give 'em a go!
    Reply
  12. Karen says

    February 20, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    Those look delicious! I have never had a scone before! I think I would love the cinnamon chips too! Can't wait to make these and try my first scone!
    Reply
  13. fsugirl! says

    February 20, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    My fav. are the vanilla bean scones from Starbucks!
    Reply
  14. erica says

    February 20, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    i LOVE scones! i especially love chocolate chip scones or blueberry scones...
    Reply
  15. Grace says

    February 20, 2011 at 3:32 pm

    I LOVE scones! They are so good! I especially love anything with cinnamon but here's the problem. I cannot find cinnamon chip anywhere! it's very sad. I look every time I go to the grocery store. Love the PC baking stone by the way, they're awesome!
    Reply
    • DEBRA says

      January 5, 2016 at 1:07 pm

      You can order them from king Arthur's our local grocery sells them also Wal-Mart does as well.
      Reply
  16. Jess@atasteofconfidence says

    February 20, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    I love scones, and those look great! mm.
    Reply
  17. Nadya says

    February 20, 2011 at 4:31 pm

    I love them and your scones are looking delicious... so tasty :) I do them pretty much the same way, but with raisins instead of cinnamon chips. :D
    Reply
  18. Emma says

    February 20, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    they look delicioso!
    Reply
  19. kate@ahealthypassion says

    February 20, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    I'm a newfound scone lover myself! I never imagined they would be so delicious, yours look yummy I cannot wait to try them out.
    Reply
  20. Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says

    February 20, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    I looove scones! YUM, Court. Great job.
    Reply
  21. Alicia says

    February 20, 2011 at 7:14 pm

    Those look great Courtney!! I have never seen cinnamon chips in stores...I neeed to find them!!
    Reply
  22. christina says

    February 20, 2011 at 8:15 pm

    Scones are one of my favorite things to eat! These look delish and i will be making them to take to work tomorrow. I have no cinnamon chips, but will sub in white chocolate chips and dried cherries. I don't think anyone will complain :-)
    Reply
  23. Mama Kelly aka Jia says

    February 20, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    These look delicious and your instructions and photos make it very easy to give it a try.
    Reply
  24. Cara says

    February 20, 2011 at 10:02 pm

    I'm really not a scone person.. but I'm not sure I've really given them a fair chance. Also, I did not know that cinnamon chips existed! This could get dangerous!
    Reply
  25. CaSaundra says

    February 21, 2011 at 8:32 am

    This post reminds me that I've never tried making scones before, but I am a HUGE fan of these cinnamon chips, so I should definitely put these on my to-do list this week! :-)
    Reply
  26. Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats says

    February 25, 2011 at 9:03 am

    OMG - these look SO good! You're right - most scones are dry and crumbly. I am a much bigger fan of the squishy & moist ones!
    Reply
  27. Lou Alvarado says

    December 9, 2011 at 12:19 pm

    This post reminds me that I’ve never tried making scones before, but I am a HUGE fan of these cinnamon chips, so I should definitely put these on my to-do list this week! I’ve never had a scone now that I think of it! They are so good!
    Reply
  28. Katy says

    February 21, 2012 at 3:23 pm

    I just made these.....SO GOOD!!!
    Reply
  29. Abaigeal says

    February 22, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    These were a hit with the family, they gobbled them up in a day. Sooooo delicious, thank you! p.s. you can try to make your own cinnamon chips if you look up a recipe, I've done it before. Works out pretty good.
    Reply
  30. Susan Bewley@Budget Earth says

    April 28, 2012 at 12:11 am

    I can't wait to try this scone recipe! I tried making scones in the past but they always come out dry. Thanks for the recipe!
    Reply
  31. Darcy says

    October 7, 2012 at 12:10 am

    I just made these scones! It was a simple recipe and they turned out delicious. I didn't change a thing in the recipe. Will definitely make again!
    Reply
  32. Tasha says

    January 1, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    I made these today after I received my yearly shipment of Hershey’s Cinnamon Chips from my mom (they're not sold in stores where I live). This was my first time making scones of any type & it was a huge success. I will definitely be using this recipe to make many scones in the future!
    Reply
  33. The Kook @ The Kitchen Kook says

    February 1, 2013 at 5:04 pm

    Mmm! I love scones! I just made some cinnamon chip scones myself! And I'm so used to rock-hard chewy, tough, dry, BLAND scones, but finally, these changed my life!! Finally, a scone that's buttery, tender, soft, and delicate. Mmm. Literally the best thing that I've made. :) I used a slightly different recipe than yours with less flour - so the dough, and trust me when I say this, was not dry at all! I hope to try yours soon and compare! http://thekitchenkook.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-best-most-perfect-scone-recipe-ever.html
    Reply
  34. news says

    September 7, 2013 at 10:19 pm

    There's definately a great deal to learn about this topic. I really like all of the points you made.
    Reply
  35. Jazzy says

    November 27, 2014 at 3:21 pm

    is there a way to replace the cinnamon chips with plain cinnamon powder? How much would I have to put in?
    Reply
  36. Chelsey says

    January 22, 2016 at 10:25 am

    Hi Courtney! Just wanted to let you know I made these for a potluck at work and they were a HUGE hit. Added a little glaze drizzle to up the cinnabon factor :) Thanks for the recipe!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      January 22, 2016 at 10:28 am

      Oh good, I'm so glad!! Great idea with the glaze drizzle..yum! :)
      Reply
  37. Sarah @ Sweet Miles says

    May 10, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    HOLY MOLY these look AMAZING!!!!!
    Reply
  38. Juliette @ Namastay Traveling says

    May 10, 2017 at 2:28 pm

    I love that scones are the perfect pairing for coffee in the morning or an iced tea in the afternoon. This looks especially delicious.
    Reply
  39. Jane says

    May 10, 2017 at 7:58 pm

    I live in New Zealand, so Hershey's products aren't that common here. Just found an online store that sells cinnamon chips, and they're on their way to me now! I know I could have made them with ordinary chips, but I was going for authenticity! Have a great day, Courtney (long term reader, first time commenter)
    Reply
  40. Shaqueefa says

    May 11, 2017 at 12:20 pm

    I don't put drizzle on top of mah scones but I put grissle from the bacon I make for my puppy dogs! I brought some to my nail salon and everyone said they're gonna take theirs home instead of eating it there cause it looked so good! #hoodmarthastewart
    Reply

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