Quick Chocolate Drop Scones

Directions

1. 1
   Sieve the flour, baking powder, sugar and cocoa powder into a large bowl.
2. 2
   Make a well in the centre of the dry mix and pour in the beaten egg.
3. 3
   Using a wooden spoon, beat the egg, gradually drawing in the flour. Add the milk a little at a time, while continuously mixing, until a smooth batter is achieved.
4. 4
   Add the melted butter.
5. 5
   Melt half the extra butter in a heavy-based frying pan and drop spoonfuls of the batter in the pan.
6. 6
   Cook for 1 minute or so, until bubbles begin to rise to the surface.
7. 7
   Flip over, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
8. 8
   Repeat for the rest of the scones.
9. 9
   Warm the cherry compote in a small pan.
10. 10
    Serve the scones with the warm compote and thick cream.