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Coconut Scones with Lime

Coconut Scones with Lime: A Tropical Delight for Every Occasion

Coconut Scones with Lime provide a refreshing twist on traditional scones, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups Plain Flour (All-Purpose Flour) Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 0.5 cups Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar) Regular sugar can be used but may change texture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Desiccated Coconut Shredded coconut works too.
  • 1 tbsp Lime Zest Use fresh for best impact.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Canned Coconut Milk Opt for full-fat for creaminess.
  • 0.25 cups Milk (Dairy or Non-Dairy) Any plant-based milk works for vegan version.
  • 0.25 cups Thickened Cream (Heavy Cream) Can be omitted for lighter option.
For the Glaze
  • 0.5 cups Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar) Provides sweetness and shiny finish.
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Mix with icing sugar for glaze.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking tray
  • Parchment Paper
  • pastry cutter
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Coconut Scones with Lime
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, icing sugar, baking powder, desiccated coconut, and salt.
  3. Add grated unsalted butter to the dry mixture and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Mix together lime juice, lime zest, coconut milk, and milk; then pour into dry ingredients and stir until a sticky dough forms.
  5. Lightly flour your work surface and shape the dough into a 1-inch thick disk.
  6. Cut the disk into 8 equal triangles with a sharp knife.
  7. Place cut scones onto the baking tray, brush tops with thickened cream, and bake for 16-18 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack; mix icing sugar with lime juice and drizzle over warm scones.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to maintain light texture. Ensure baking powder is fresh for optimal rising.

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