Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Step 2

Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in large bowl.

Step 3

Using a pastry blender, quickly cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

Step 4

Stir in chocolate chips.

Step 5

Stir in heavy cream with fork until dough begins to form (about 30 seconds).

Step 6

Transfer dough to countertop and knead by hand just until it comes together into a rough, slightly sticky ball, 5–10 seconds.

Step 7

Roll into a ball and then flatten into a 1-inch thick disc.

Step 8

Cut scones into desired size and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake until light brown, 12–15 minutes.