Eggnog Scones

One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is big glasses of thick, delicious eggnog. The warm flavor of the nutmeg with sweet egg cream. It represents everything that I love about Christmas time!

I was wondering what it might be like to bake with eggnog...would the eggnog lose its flavor? Because scones are so simple to cook and require very little finesse, I went to Pinterest to find the perfect eggnog scone. P.S. Follow me on Pinterest here!

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I didn't want to invest in eggnog extract--I wanted a recipe that used the real stuff! These Eggnog Scones totally fit the bill.

The smell of nutmeg fills up your kitchen while these delicious, buttery, crumbly scones bake up. The taste of eggnog really comes through in every bite. The outside of the scones are perfectly golden and crispy, while the inside stays soft and tender. These are a great breakfast treat to bring to your family this holiday season!

If you're feeling wild and crazy, you could also drizzle an eggnog glaze on top of the scones. Mix together about a cup of powdered sugar with a few tablespoons of eggnog and a dash of nutmeg. Totally divine! I found the scones had a nice, light sweetness on their own, so I just enjoyed them straight up with a warm cup of coffee. Perfection!

Double Chocolate Chip Scones

I believe that hard work and dedication pays off.

I believe that there is nothing in the world that can replace a supportive family and good friends.

I believe that chocolate makes everything better.

I suppose I'm close to what one may call a "choco-holic." I'm addicted to fun size Kit Kats and I swoon over chocolate covered pretzels. If I can have my coffee with mocha swirl, my day is instantly better. Oh, and chocolate doughnuts? Let's not even go there.

It seems to me that this love for chocolate is what led to these Double Chocolate Chip Scones. There is not only one but two types of chocolate chips in these delicious breakfast babies. And because I can't leave well enough alone, I drizzled a chocolate glaze on top. These plus a hot cup of coffee plus a cozy couch and a warm blanket equal total breakfast bliss.

They start with a fairly simple scone recipe. A bit of flour, salt, baking powder, and sugar. Unsalted butter is cut in to form a course crumble. Cue mini semi-sweet chocolate chips and dark chocolate chunks (this is where chocolate overload commences). Finally, wet ingredients (that is, a faux buttermilk and an egg) combine with dry ingredients and we are that much closer to a dynamite homemade breakfast.

The phrase "faux buttermilk" may have you lifting an eyebrow and calling me crazy, but this is such a lifesaver. On a regular basis, do you have buttermilk in your fridge? I don't, but it takes things to the next level. And so the fact that there are ways to fake it is excellent for your basic home cook. I do mine by vigorously whisking together one cup of cold milk with 1 and 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar. I've also heard it can be done with milk and vinegar!

I think there is something special about taking the time on a Saturday or Sunday morning to make something delicious for breakfast. Monday through Friday can be tough, so we need to treat ourselves!

These scones are divine. They are soft and flaky on the inside with a golden brown crust on the outside. The bursts of chocolate chips are sweet and melty. And a chocolate glaze is made with coffee, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar for a lovely finish. Are you worth it? YES. So keep scrolling for the recipe!