Date and lemon scones are a delightful twist on traditional scones, combining the natural sweetness of dates with the refreshing zest of lemon. Quick and easy to prepare, these scones make for a perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack.
- Ensure ingredients are cold: Using cold ingredients, especially the sour cream and egg, helps create a tender, flaky texture in the scones.
- Do not overmix the dough: Mix the dough just until the ingredients come together to avoid tough scones. Overmixing can develop the gluten too much.
- Chop dates finely: Chopping the dates into small pieces will help distribute their sweetness more evenly throughout the scones.
- Use fresh lemon zest: Fresh lemon zest adds a bright, aromatic flavor that complements the sweetness of the dates beautifully.
- Preheat your oven: Make sure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking to ensure even cooking and the best rise.
- Brush with milk before baking: Brushing the tops of the scones with a bit of milk or egg wash can give them a beautiful golden-brown finish.
Enjoy your date and lemon scones warm from the oven, perhaps with a pat of butter or a dollop of jam. These scones strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy, making them a hit for any occasion.
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size | 180 grams |
Energy | |
Calories 430kcal | 21% |
Protein | |
Protein 13g | 8% |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates 80g | 24% |
Fiber 4.25g | 11% |
Sugar 22g | 23% |
Fat | |
Fat 6g | 7% |
Saturated 2.46g | 8% |
Cholesterol 45mg | - |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A 60ug | 6% |
Choline 50mg | 9% |
Vitamin B1 0.27mg | 23% |
Vitamin B2 0.13mg | 10% |
Vitamin B3 1.57mg | 10% |
Vitamin B6 0.07mg | 4% |
Vitamin B9 33ug | 8% |
Vitamin B12 0.39ug | 16% |
Vitamin C 0.36mg | 0% |
Vitamin E 0.19mg | 1% |
Vitamin K 1.10ug | 1% |
Minerals | |
Calcium, Ca 110mg | 8% |
Copper, Cu 0.22mg | 24% |
Iron, Fe 1.30mg | 12% |
Magnesium, Mg 45mg | 11% |
Phosphorus, P 180mg | 15% |
Potassium, K 400mg | 12% |
Selenium, Se 20ug | 36% |
Sodium, Na 50mg | 3% |
Zinc, Zn 1.31mg | 12% |
Water | |
Water 70g | - |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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