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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.

There is not a worldwide consensus on how this amazing dessert or snack time food should be pronounced. The two general schools of thought are that it should be pronounced so that it rhymes with "phone, " or else so that it rhymes with "gone." No matter how you say it, people everywhere love to eat these things, and it makes sense that different people in completely different parts of the world have their own way of saying it.

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.

Nowadays people might be most familiar with these pastries having a roughly triangular shape, and being fairly lumpy as if they are bulging with goodness. Historically, they would generally have started out more flat, and were more of a rounded shape. They were also much longer than one might expect to see today, sometimes being as large as the plate they were served on, but they were then cut up into triangular pieces.

It is easy to find these delicious treats at your local grocery store or bakery. There is nothing better than picking up a scone or two, or even a dozen, and having them on hand for just the right time. It is a good idea to make sure they are nice and fresh, as freshness can make all the difference, and it is also a good idea to try a scone from a certain place before buying a whole dozen to make sure that they use a quality recipe.

As the old expression goes, if you want something done right, do it yourself. The same goes for this delicious food, and there is certainly no better way to get exactly what you want in a recipe than to experiment in your own kitchen until it is perfected. It might take some extra time and effort, but it will definitely all pay off when you, your family, and your friends bite into the deliciousness of a fresh baked scone.

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.

There is no better way to get the best possible recipe for the perfect scone than by asking an older relative such as an aunt or grandmother. In many families, there are secret recipes that have been passed down the generation. These are, in many cases, much better tasting than the ones you would buy in the store.




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