Gluten-Free Date Scones
Elevate your tea time with these irresistibly tender Gluten-Free Date Scones, a perfect treat for those seeking a wheat-free indulgence. Packed with the natural sweetness of chopped dates and a subtle hint of vanilla, these scones are as flavorful as they are wholesome. Crafted with gluten-free all-purpose flour and xanthan gum, they deliver the classic crumbly texture you'd expect from traditional scones, minus the gluten. The cold butter rubbed into the dry ingredients creates a buttery, flaky base, while the buttermilk and eggs lend moisture for a perfectly balanced bite. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and baked to golden perfection, these scones are best enjoyed fresh, slathered with butter or paired with your favorite jam. Whether for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this recipe is a must-try for gluten-free baking enthusiasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 50 grams Granulated Sugar
- 100 grams Unsalted Butter (cold)
- 150 grams Pitted Dates (chopped)
- 2 pieces Large Eggs
- 120 ml Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, salt, and sugar.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Stir in the chopped dates, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and combine with buttermilk and vanilla extract.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into the middle.
Using a fork or spatula, gently fold the mixture together until just combined. The dough should be slightly sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat it into a round shape about 2 cm thick.
Use a floured 5 cm round cutter to cut out scones and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather any scraps and repeat until all the dough is used.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are risen and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving. Best served fresh with butter or your favorite jam.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.1 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.3 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 604 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 2400 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 441.3 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1379 mg | 29% | |
*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.
