Description
Apricot coconut scones are the perfect balance between a biscuit and a cake. These tropical scones are made with dried apricots and shredded coconut, creating a delicious treat that’s perfect for any occasion. They’re simple to make, easy to customize, and great for breakfast or tea-time.
Ingredients
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For the Scones:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar (plus extra for sprinkling)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped into small pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 2/3 cup heavy cream (plus extra for brushing the scones)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional:
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- Powdered sugar (for drizzling, if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the Butter: Add cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Fruit and Coconut: Stir in apricots and coconut until evenly distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the cream and vanilla extract. Stir gently until the dough comes together.
- Shape the Dough: Turn dough out on a floured surface, knead a few times, and shape into a disc about 1 inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges.
- Bake the Scones: Place on a baking sheet, brush with extra cream, and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Chocolate apricot coconut scones: Add cocoa powder for a chocolate twist or melt chocolate and swirl it through the batter.
- Make it crunchy: Add chopped almonds or pecans for extra texture and flavor.
- Fruit variations: Swap apricots for dried peaches, raisins, or cranberries for a unique flavor.
- Flavored cream: Infuse the cream with citrus zest or almond extract to enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg