Lemonade Date Scones
Delightfully light and irresistibly fluffy, these Lemonade Date Scones are a unique twist on a classic scone recipe, perfect for any occasion. Made with just four main ingredients—self-raising flour, lemonade, heavy cream, and naturally sweet chopped dates—this recipe combines simplicity with an elegant flavor profile. The fizzy lemonade lends an ethereal lightness to the dough, while the dates add bursts of caramel-like sweetness in every bite. With only 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute bake, these scones are as effortless as they are delicious. Serve them fresh out of the oven, topped with butter, jam, or clotted cream for a heavenly treat that’s perfect for afternoon tea, brunch, or dessert. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe guarantees bakery-quality results in no time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups self-raising flour
- 1 cup lemonade (carbonated soda)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped dates
- 0.25 cup extra flour for dusting
- as needed butter (optional, to serve)
- as needed jam or clotted cream (optional, to serve)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift the self-raising flour to remove any lumps and ensure a light texture.
Add the chopped dates to the flour and mix to evenly distribute.
Slowly pour in the lemonade and heavy cream, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be just combined and slightly sticky.
Dust a clean surface with the extra flour and turn out the dough. Lightly knead it just enough to bring it together.
Shape the dough into a 1-inch thick round. Using a 2.5-inch round cutter, cut out scones. Press the cutter straight down without twisting for an even rise.
Place the scones onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a small gap between each one.
Gather any leftover dough and repeat the shaping and cutting process until all the dough is used.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden and cooked through.
Remove the scones from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2950 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.6 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.1 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 3098 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 459.8 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1479 mg | 31% | |
*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.
