Date Scones
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Date Scones, a delightful blend of buttery richness and natural sweetness from chopped pitted dates. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. The scones are crafted with simple pantry staples, including all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a hint of vanilla extract for added warmth. The star ingredient—dates—adds a chewy, caramel-like texture that complements the tender, flaky crumb. Serve these golden-brown scones fresh from the oven with a slather of butter or your favorite jam for a comforting and wholesome treat. Ideal for date scone enthusiasts and baking beginners alike, this recipe promises bakery-quality results with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 0.75 cup pitted dates, chopped
- 0.75 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small pieces and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the chopped dates, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
In a separate bowl, beat together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat or roll it into a 1-inch thick circle.
Use a round cutter or a knife to cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Optional: Brush the tops of the scones with a little additional milk for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the scones are risen and lightly golden brown.
Transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 344 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 167 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
