Coconut Scones
There is nothing quite like a freshly baked scone, and this recipe for Coconut Scones is delightful with its tropical flavor. These scones are light and slightly chewy with a subtle coconut flavor. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea.
This recipe comes from a dear friend and I have enjoyed making it many times. It is a scone recipe that has stood the test of time with a moist and buttery soft texture on the inside and crisp crumbly edges. If you enjoy this recipe, you may also like my Cinnamon Raisin Scones and Butternut Squash Scones.
I love coconut scones plain with my morning coffee, but they also taste great with jam, jelly, or even my Cinnamon Cream Cheese Butter.
Homemade scones are easy to make and here are step by step instructions for making perfect scones.
- STEP 1: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Stir in one cup of sweetened shredded coconut. (if you prefer, unsweetened coconut flakes can also be used).
- STEP 2: If you have a food processor, add the flour mixture and the cold butter. Pulse the ingredients about five or six time until the dough resembles course crumbs. Return the dough to the mixing bowl. Alternatively, you can achieve the same result by cutting the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or a fork.
STEP 3: In a small bowl, whisk together two large eggs and 3/4 cup of 2% milk. Pour into the flour and butter mixture. Continue to combine with a pastry blender until the dough comes together. Then use your hands to form the dough into a disk.
STEP 4: Now it is time to knead the dough. Place it on a well-floured surface and gently pat it down into a rectangle (approximately one inch thick). Fold it over and pat it down again. Repeat this process 8-10 times. Cover the dough loosely with a clean kitchen towel, letting it rest for 30 minutes.
STEP 5: After the dough has rested, return it to a well-floured surface and gently pat it down into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. To form the scones use a 1 1/2 inch biscuit cutter to cut the dough into circles. A cookie cutter or large glass will also work. Avoid twisting the cutter, as this can crimp the edges and hinder the rise of the scones.
Step 6: Place the scones onto a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake 400ºF on middle rack for 10-15 minutes. Tops should be golden brown.
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Coconut Scones
Ingredients
- 4 cups all purpose flour
- 5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup flaked sweetened coconut
- 1 cup unsalted butter chilled cut into 1/4 inch cubes
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk (2%)
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Stir in one cup of sweetened coconut flakes. Unsweetened shredded coconut can also be used.
- If you have a food processor, transfer the flour mixture and add the cold butter. Pulse the ingredients about five or six times until the dough resembles rough crumbs. Return it to the mixing bowl. Alternatively, you can achieve the same result by cutting the butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or a fork.
- In a small bowl whisk together two large eggs and 3/4 cup of 2% milk. Pour into the flour and butter mixture. Continue to combine with pastry blender until the dough comes together. Use your hands to form the dough into a disk.
- Now it's time to knead the dough. Place it on a well-floured surface and gently pat it down into a rectangle (approximately one inch thick). Fold it over and pat it down again. Repeat this process eight to ten times. Cover the dough loosely with a kitchen towel, letting it rest for 30 minutes.
- After the dough has rested, return it to a well-floured surface and gently pat it down into a rectangle (about half an inch thick this time). To form the scones use a 1 1/2 inch biscuit cutter to cut the dough into circles. A cookie cutter or large glass will also work. Avoid twisting the cutter. This can crimp the edges and hinder the rise of the scones.
- Place the scones onto a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake at 400º F for 10- 15 minutes and turn golden brown.
Nutrition
The directions say to mix in sugar, but it isn’t listed in the ingredient list; is there sugar in the recipe or are you figuring the sweetened coconut flakes?
Thank you for catching that!! The sugar has been added to the ingredient list. I really do appreciate that you brought that to my attention.