Orange & Date Delight Scones
Indulge in the sweet fusion of dates and citrus with these fluffy Orange & Date Delight Scones. Perfectly balanced between the zesty flavor of orange and the natural sweetness of dates, these scones are a treat to start your day or a delightful addition to your afternoon tea. Share the joy of baking this easy-to-follow recipe that the whole family can enjoy.
16
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
self-raising flour
3 cups
sugar
1/2 cup
orange rind
1 tablespoon (grated)
cold butter
75 g (chopped)
dates
1 cup (pitted and chopped)
milk
1 cup
milk
for brushing
raw sugar
for sprinkling
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, sugar, and grated orange rind. Mix well to incorporate the orange zest into the dry ingredients.
3
Add the cold, chopped butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingertips, gently rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
4
Stir in the chopped dates, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
5
Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the milk. Using a butterknife or a spatula, mix gently until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this will result in tough scones.
6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it to form a smooth ball.
7
Roll the dough out to approximately 2 centimeters (about 0.75 inches) in thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out 16 rounds, re-rolling the scraps as necessary.
8
Place the scone rounds onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them slightly apart.
9
Brush the tops of the scones with a little extra milk, then sprinkle generously with raw sugar to add a sweet, crunchy finish.
10
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
11
Allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm with butter.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Orange & Date Delight Scones?
They are fluffy scones that feature a sweet fusion of dates and citrus, perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea.
How many scones does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 16 scones.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 180°C (350°F).
What type of flour is required for this recipe?
You will need 3 cups of self-raising flour.
How much sugar goes into the scone dough?
The dough requires 1/2 cup of sugar.
How should the orange rind be prepared?
The orange rind should be grated to produce 1 tablespoon of zest.
What is the correct way to incorporate the butter?
The cold, chopped butter should be rubbed into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
When should I add the dates to the mixture?
Stir in the chopped dates after the butter has been rubbed into the flour but before adding the milk.
How should the milk be added to the dry ingredients?
Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk, mixing gently until the dough just comes together.
What tool is recommended for mixing the dough?
A butterknife or a spatula is recommended for mixing the dough gently.
Why shouldn't I overmix the scone dough?
Overmixing the dough will result in tough scones instead of fluffy ones.
How thick should I roll the dough?
Roll the dough out to a thickness of approximately 2 centimeters (about 0.75 inches).
What size cutter should I use?
Use a round cutter to cut out 16 rounds from the dough.
How do I prepare the baking tray?
Line the baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
What do I put on top of the scones before baking?
Brush the tops with extra milk and sprinkle them generously with raw sugar.
Why is raw sugar used as a topping?
Raw sugar provides a sweet and crunchy finish to the baked scones.
How long do the scones need to bake?
Bake the scones for about 20 minutes.
How can I tell when the scones are finished baking?
They are done when they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
How should the scones be cooled?
Allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
What is the best way to serve these scones?
They are best served warm with butter.
What ingredients are needed for the scones?
You need self-raising flour, sugar, orange rind, cold butter, dates, milk, and raw sugar.
How much butter is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 75 grams of cold, chopped butter.
How many dates are required?
You will need 1 cup of pitted and chopped dates.
Can I re-roll the dough scraps?
Yes, you can re-roll the scraps as necessary to get the full 16 rounds.
What is the recipe category?
This recipe is categorized under Breads.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, it is an easy-to-follow recipe that the whole family can enjoy.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The scones have a zesty orange flavor balanced with the natural sweetness of dates.
Do I need to knead the dough?
Yes, turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it to form a smooth ball.
Is milk used for anything other than the dough?
Yes, extra milk is used for brushing the tops of the scones before they go into the oven.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include scones, baking, date, orange, breakfast, easy, sweet, zesty, dessert, and afternoon tea.