Easy Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2. 2
   Combine flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in bowl.
3. 3
   Add the chocolate chips (or optional ingredient, such as dried fruit).
4. 4
   Stir in the cream with a fork until dough holds together in a sticky mass (you may need to add a tablespoon or more of cream until dough holds together).
5. 5
   Turn dough out on a highly floured board.
6. 6
   Knead several times.
7. 7
   Pat dough into a 10-inch circle.
8. 8
   Cut into 8 wedges (or other shape as desired).
9. 9
   Place on ungreased cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
10. 10
    Brush dough with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar.
11. 11
    Bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.