Chocolate Scones with Almonds & SuperFood

Chocolate Scones with Almonds & SuperFood

With every bite of these chocolate scones made with almonds and superfood you will feel your superhuman powers increase! OK, maybe these won't turn you into a superhuman, but they'll certainly give you the energy to try! Are you going to bust out a few supersets at the gym? Maybe you're running kids around all day and won't have lots of time to eat. Or, maybe you're on a diet and want something satisfying that's not loaded with empty calories. Whatever your healthy snacking needs are, you won't be disappointed with a couple of chocolate scones at your side.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Chocolate MuscleEgg egg whites
  • cup /3 buttermilk + 2 tbsp for topping
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 1/2 cup Kodiak Cakes 'Super Food" mix
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup coconut sugar + 2 tbsp for topping
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking tray with silpat or parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup buttermilk, extracts, and MuscleEgg egg whites. Stir until combined and set aside.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer add Kodiak mix, almond flour, and coconut sugar. Mix for 10-15 seconds until combined.
  4. Add cold butter and mix until mixture is a coarse crumbly.
  5. With mixer on low, slowly add in liquid mixture and mix until dough just comes together.
  6. Stir in chocolate chips/chunks.
  7. Divide dough into 6 portions and form scones.
  8. Brush with buttermilk, sprinkle on extra coconut sugar, and sliced almonds.
  9. Bake for 15-17 minutes.
  10. Let cool and enjoy!

About Corina Nielsen

Corina Nielsen is a North County, San Diego based photographer and fitness enthusiast. She makes great recipes using healthy ingredients like MuscleEgg.