English Royalty Chocolate Chip Scones

1 . Stage

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

2 . Stage

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. With a pastry blender or a large fork, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chocolate chips. Mix in the orange juice to form a dough.

3 . Stage

Turn out the dough on a floured surface. Pat or roll into a 9 inch circle about 1/2 inch thick. With a 2 1/2 inch fluted biscuit cutter, cut out 12 scones, pushing the dough scraps together for the last few, if necessary. Transfer the scones to the baking sheet.

4 . Stage

Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Move to wire racks to cool.