Decadent Date and Pecan Scones
Delight your senses with these Decadent Date and Pecan Scones, a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Made with rich butter, fragrant pecans, and plump dates, these scones are tender, flaky, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these scones are sure to impress friends and family. Serve them warm, drizzled with a bit of cream and a sprinkle of sugar, for an unforgettable treat that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea.
24
Servings
200
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
cake flour
1 2/3 cups (none)
all-purpose flour
3 cups (none)
brown sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
baking powder
2 teaspoons (none)
baking soda
3/4 teaspoon (none)
pecans
1 cup (chopped)
dates
1 cup (pitted and chopped)
table cream
1 1/4 cups (18%)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
cream
for brushing (none)
sugar
for brushing (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 12 x 18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In the bowl of a food processor, combine the butter, cake flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Pulse the mixture until it resembles a fine meal.
3
Transfer the dry mixture to a large mixing bowl and fold in the chopped pecans and dates until evenly distributed.
4
Pour the table cream and vanilla extract over the dry ingredients. Using a fork, gently mix until the dough just comes together, being careful not to overwork it.
5
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. With clean hands, gently press it together to form a cohesive dough, noting that it should be somewhat crumbly.
6
Using a biscuit cutter, cut the dough into 2 1/2-inch rounds for larger scones or 1 1/2-inch rounds for smaller ones, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7
Brush the tops of the scones with cream and lightly sprinkle with sugar to create a sweet, crisp topping.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
9
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm. These scones are best enjoyed fresh on the day they are made.
Nutrition Information
12
Fat
24
Carbs
2
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main flavors in Decadent Date and Pecan Scones?
These scones feature a perfect balance of sweet dates and nutty pecans with a rich, buttery finish.
How many servings does this scone recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 24 servings.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
What type of flours are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of 1 2/3 cups of cake flour and 3 cups of all-purpose flour.
How should the butter be prepared for the dough?
The butter should be cut into 1/2-inch cubes and pulsed with the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles a fine meal.
What kind of sugar is used in the dough?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
How do I incorporate the pecans and dates?
Fold the chopped pecans and pitted, chopped dates into the dry flour and butter mixture until evenly distributed.
What type of liquid is added to bind the scone dough?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 cups of 18% table cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What is the best way to mix the liquid and dry ingredients?
Use a fork to gently mix the ingredients until the dough just comes together, being careful not to overwork it.
What should the texture of the dough be like?
The dough should be cohesive when pressed together but still somewhat crumbly.
What sizes can I cut the scones into?
You can use a biscuit cutter to make 2 1/2-inch rounds for large scones or 1 1/2-inch rounds for smaller ones.
How do I prepare the tops of the scones before baking?
Brush the tops with cream and lightly sprinkle them with sugar for a sweet, crisp finish.
How long do the scones need to bake?
Bake the scones for 20 to 25 minutes.
How can I tell when the scones are finished baking?
The scones are done when they are golden brown and puffed up.
Should the scones be eaten immediately?
They are best enjoyed fresh on the day they are made and should be served warm.
What is the calorie count per scone?
Each scone contains approximately 200 calories.
How much fat is in each serving?
Each serving contains 12 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per scone?
There are 24 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in one scone?
Each scone provides 2 grams of protein.
What size baking sheet should I use?
A 12 x 18-inch baking sheet is recommended.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
The recipe suggests lining the baking sheet with parchment paper instead of greasing.
Are these scones suitable for brunch?
Yes, they are described as perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
What leavening agents are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 13 total ingredients required for this recipe.
What are some suggested pairings for these scones?
They pair beautifully with coffee or tea and can be served with extra cream.
How should the pecans be prepared?
The pecans should be chopped before being added to the dough.
Do I need to pit the dates?
Yes, the dates should be pitted and then chopped.
Is a food processor necessary for this recipe?
A food processor is used to combine the butter and dry ingredients into a fine meal.
What is the classification of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as Scones.
Are these scones easy to make?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as an 'easy recipe'.