Chocolush Scones

Scones are a favourite British baked treat and I've tried all kinds of variations from Blueberry and lemon curd to low fat fluffy ones. I love that they can be so versatile and yet still be so delicious and still have that 'scone' taste. Don't get me started on fillings too - whipped cream, different flavours of jam, lemon curd, chocolate spread? They really are a treat that can adapted to suit everyone's taste.

These chocolate chip scones make a real change from the norm and are a perfect option for a picnic. Served with cream and fresh fruit, they are a delicious afternoon treat for kids and adults alike.

Ingredients: (Makes 12)

60g butter
250g self-raising flour
2 tsps baking powder
30g caster sugar
2 free-range eggs
150ml Shaken Udder Chocolush milkshake
50g milk chocolate chips
Cream and fresh raspberries, to serve 

Method:

- Preheat the oven to 220ºC. Lightly butter a baking tray.
- Sift the flour and baking powder into a bowl. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar.
- Break one egg into a measuring jug and make up to 150ml with the Chocolush milkshake.
- Stir the chocolate chips into the dry ingredients, then make a well in the centre and pour in the Chocolush and egg mixture.
- Beat to mix and stir into a soft dough, then lightly knead until smooth. Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
- Roll out the mixture to about 1cm thick and cut into rounds using a pastry cutter. Place on the baking tray and wash with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes until well risen and golden. Leave to cool on a wire rack and serve with cream and raspberries.

Recipe provided by Shaken Udder:

Shaken Udder milkshakes are low fat, low sugar milkshakes that are packed with calcium and vitamin B12. Available from Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsburys and Ocado. For more information visit www.shakenudder.com