SPICED DATE & NUT SCONES

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Walnuts and dates make an appealing combination in these light and tender pastries. (This recipe is from the book "The Vegan Sourcebook".)

Provided by mielhollinger

Categories     Scones

Time 35m

Yield 12 scones

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup old fashioned oats
2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pitted dates, packed
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons flax seeds
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup plain soymilk or 1/2 cup water
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Lightly oil a baking sheet or mist with with nonstick cooking spray, and set it aside.
  • Place the flour, rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, allspice, cardamom, and salt in a large mixing bowl and stir them with a wire whisk until well combined.
  • Stir in the dates and walnuts, making sure that the date pieces are coated with flour and do not stick together.
  • Place the flaxseeds in a dry blender and grind them into a powder.
  • Add the water and blend until a gummy mixture is achieved, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the milk, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla and process until frothy and well-blended, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Pour into the flour mixture and mix just until everything is evenly moistened.
  • Using a 1/3 cup measure per scone,drop the batter in dollops onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between dollops.
  • (you may need to scoop out the batter from the measuring cup with a spoon, rubber spatula, or your fingers.) Flatten the scones slightly into irregular shapes about 3 inches in diameter.
  • Combine the sugar with the cinnamon in a small bowl.
  • Sprinkle the mixture generously over the top of the scones.
  • Bake on the center shelf of the oven for 12-14 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • With a spatula, transfer the scones to a cooling rack.
  • Serve hot or warm.
  • Cool leftovers completely before storing in an airtight container in the refriderator for future use.

Tema Respect
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I love how easy these scones are to make. They're perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.


Rehan Jani
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These scones were perfect! They were light and fluffy with a wonderful flavor. I'll definitely be making them again.


Uzoamaka Enewally
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These scones were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of sugar next time.


SAQLAIN HAIDER
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I'm not a huge fan of dates, but I really enjoyed these scones. The glaze helped to balance out the sweetness of the dates.


Tara Ivory
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These scones were amazing! I used a gluten-free flour blend and they still turned out perfectly.


Phillip Hargis
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I thought these scones were just okay. They weren't as flavorful as I was hoping for.


lubega vicent
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These scones were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra butter or milk next time.


Uttam Pal
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I love these scones! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


kajanthini kathirithamby
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I followed the recipe exactly and the scones turned out perfectly. They were light and fluffy with a wonderful flavor.


Catsarecute
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These scones were delicious! The dates and nuts added a lovely sweetness and crunch.


Julibeth Siana
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I've made these scones several times now and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Tolasa Tiye
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These scones were a hit at my brunch party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.