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    Matcha Scones With White Chocolate Drizzle

    Oct 13, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    Delicious and indulgent, these matcha scones are perfect for a special treat. Made with vibrant green matcha powder and drizzled with white chocolate, these scones are the perfect combination and sweet and savory and will tantalize your taste buds. Next time you're in the mood for something special, bake up a batch of these matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle.

    Two matcha scones stacked on a white plate with a baking tray in the background.
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    If you're looking for a delicious and unique twist on the classic scone, you'll love these matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle.

    Made with green tea powder, these scones have a beautiful color and a subtle, earthy flavor. The white chocolate drizzle adds a touch of sweetness and complexity, while a touch of vanilla extract rounds out the flavors.

    Serve these scones for breakfast or brunch, or enjoy them as a mid-day snack with a cup of tea. Either way, they're sure to delight your taste buds.

    Contents hide
    1 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
    2 What You’ll Need To Make Matcha Scones With White Chocolate Drizzle
    3 Step-By-Step Instructions
    4 Recipe Tips And Tricks
    5 Serving Suggestions And Substitutions
    6 How To Store Leftovers
    7 Frequently Asked Questions
    8 Tools And Equipment For This Recipe
    9 Matcha Scones With White Chocolate Drizzle
    10 More Recipes You Might Like

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    If you're looking for a delicious and unique scone recipe, you'll love these matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle. Here are three reasons why this recipe is sure to please:

    1. The matcha powder gives the scones a beautiful green color and a subtle flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.
    2. The white chocolate drizzle adds a touch of sweetness and a smooth texture that compliments the powdery matcha perfectly.
    3. This recipe is easy to follow and only takes about 30 minutes to make, so you can enjoy fresh-baked scones any time you want.

    So what are you waiting for? Give these matcha scones a try today!

    What You’ll Need To Make Matcha Scones With White Chocolate Drizzle

    Ingredients needed to make matcha scones.

    Flour: I used all-purpose flour for this recipe, but you could also use whole wheat or gluten-free flour.

    Sugar: A little sugar will give these scones a subtle sweetness to mellow some of the earthiness from the matcha powder. I used granulated sugar, but you could also use brown sugar or honey.

    Baking powder: This will help the scones to rise and be nice and fluffy.

    Salt: This is to balance out the sweetness and bring out all the flavors.

    Matcha powder: This powder is what gives the scones their beautiful green color and unique flavor. You can find matcha powder at most health food stores or online.

    Butter: I always use unsalted butter in my baking so I can control the amount of salt, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand. The butter will also help to make the scones nice and flakey.

    Egg: This will act as a binder and help to hold everything together.

    Vanilla extract: This is for flavor, of course! You could also use almond extract, which would go nicely with the matcha flavor.

    Milk: I used whole milk for this recipe, but you could also use almond milk or any other type of milk you like. For a little bit of extra decadence, you can substitute heavy whipping cream.

    White chocolate (optional): This is for the drizzle, which is optional but highly recommended. You could also use milk chocolate or dark chocolate.

    Step-By-Step Instructions

    Now that you have all of your ingredients, it's time to get started on the scones. Here's a quick overview of what you'll need to do:

    Step 1: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder.

    Dry ingredients for matcha scones unmixed in a glass bowl.
    Dry ingredients for matcha scones mixed together in a glass bowl.

    Step 3: Freeze the butter for 15-30 minutes then grate the butter with a box grater. Using a pastry blender, food processor, or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

    Grated frozen butter for matcha scones on a white plate with a box grater.
    Dry ingredients for matcha scones with grated butter on top in a glass bowl.

    Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Add this to the flour mixture and stir until everything is evenly moistened.

    Butter mixed through the dry ingredients for matcha scones.
    Matcha scone dough mixed up in a glass bowl.

    Step 5: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead gently until it comes together. Roll or pat the dough into a 1-inch thick disc. Cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pizza) and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

    Dough for matcha scones formed into a disc shape before cutting.
    Uncooked matcha scones cut into wedges on a baking tray with parchment paper.

    Step 6: Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are cooked through. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Step 7: Once the scones have cooled, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. Drizzle the chocolate over the scones and let the chocolate set for 5-10 minutes before serving.

    Cooked matcha scones on parchment paper on a baking tray.
    Cooked matcha scones with a white chocolate drizzle on a parchment-lined baking tray.

    Enjoy!

    Recipe Tips And Tricks

    Here are a few tips and tricks to help you make great matcha scones every time:

    • If you find that your dough is too dry and crumbly, add a little bit more milk until it comes together. If the dough is too wet, add a little bit more flour.
    • When grating the butter, make sure to use the large holes on the box grater. If you don't have a box grater, you can cut the butter into small cubes.
    • If you don't have a pastry blender or a food processor, you can use your fingers or a fork to cut the butter into the flour mixture.
    • If you don't have a double boiler, you can melt the chocolate in the microwave. Just be sure to do it in short increments so you don't burn the chocolate.
    A single matcha scone with white chocolate drizzle on a white plate.

    Serving Suggestions And Substitutions

    These scones are delicious on their own with a little butter, but they would also be great with a dollop of clotted cream or whipped cream.

    If you want to make them a little bit more indulgent, you can drizzle them with chocolate or caramel sauce.

    For a fun twist, you could add some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the dough.

    If you're not a fan of white chocolate, you can use milk chocolate or dark chocolate for the drizzle.

    How To Store Leftovers

    These scones are best eaten the same day they are made, but they will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.

    You can also freeze them for up to 2 months. Just be sure to thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before serving. You can reheat them for 15-20 seconds in the microwave if you prefer your scones warm, but be aware that this will make the chocolate drizzle melt.

    A line of four matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle on a baking tray.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q: Is matcha good in baking?

    A: Yes, matcha is a great ingredient for baking. It gives the baked goods a beautiful green color and a unique flavor. The matcha flavor pairs well with vanilla, chocolate, and fruit.

    Q: How can I make my scones more moist?

    A: If your scones are too dry, you can try adding a little bit more milk to the dough. You can also brush them with milk or butter before baking to help keep them moist.

    Q: What spices go well with matcha?

    A: Some of the best spices to pair with matcha are ginger, cardamom, and cloves. These spices complement the flavor of matcha without overwhelming it. Feel free to experiment with these flavors in your scones.

    Q: Why does the butter need to be cold when making scones?

    A: It's important to use cold butter when making scones because it helps create a light and flaky texture. If the butter is too warm, it will melt into the dough and make the scones tough.

    Q: How much should you knead scone dough?

    A: You should knead the dough just enough to bring it together. Over-kneading will make the scones tough. If the dough is too dry and crumbly, you can add a little bit more milk. If the dough is too wet, you can add a little bit more flour.

    Two matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle stacked together on a white plate.

    Tools And Equipment For This Recipe

    Glass Mixing Bowls: These glass mixing bowls are super versatile. You can use them for mixing, storing, and serving. In this recipe, they can be used for mixing the ingredients together to make the matcha scones.

    Stainless Steel Wire Whisk: These wire whisks are a great tool to have in your kitchen. I used the smallest one to whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla for this recipe.

    Box Grater: This box grater is perfect for grating the butter for the scones. You can also use it to grate cheese, chocolate, and vegetables.

    Pastry Blender: A pastry blender is a great tool for cutting the butter into the flour mixture. You can also use it to make pie crusts and biscuits.

    Two matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle on a white plate with more scones on a baking tray in the background.

    Matcha Scones With White Chocolate Drizzle

    Author: Jenna
    Delicious and indulgent, these matcha scones are perfect for a special treat. Made with vibrant green matcha powder and drizzled with white chocolate, these scones are the perfect combination and sweet and savory and will tantalize your taste buds. Next time you're in the mood for something special, bake up a batch of these matcha scones with white chocolate drizzle.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Scottish
    Servings 8 scones
    Calories 293 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 tablespoon matcha powder
    • 6 tablespoon butter frozen
    • 1 large egg
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ⅓ cup white chocolate chips optional

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and matcha powder.
    • Freeze the butter for 15-30 minutes then grate the butter with a box grater. Using a pastry blender, food processor, or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vanilla extract. Add this to the flour mixture and stir until everything is evenly moistened.
    • Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead gently until it comes together. Roll or pat the dough into a 1-inch thick disc. Cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pizza) and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
    • Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are cooked through. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
    • Once the scones have cooled, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave. Drizzle the chocolate over the scones and let the chocolate set for 5-10 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 394mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 511IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 133mgIron: 2mg

    * Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content may vary based on brands of ingredients used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.

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