Date and Chocolate Chip Whole Wheat Scones
Scones originated in Scotland and are a traditional part of British afternoon tea.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup Dates, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup Chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoon Honey
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the chopped dates and chocolate chips.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 8 wedges. Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the scones cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 39g13%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.