Maple, Bacon, And Date Scones Recipe

Name: Maple, Bacon, And Date Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour; 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 10 tablespoons cold salted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 1/2 cups pitted chopped dates; 12 ounces sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch wide pieces, cooked until crisp, drained and cooled; 1 cup buttermilk; 1/3 cup grade b pure maple syrup, plus; 1 tablespoon grade b pure maple syrup; 1 large egg; 3 tablespoons demerara sugar (or other raw sugar)

Servings: persons

1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 tablespoons cold salted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 1/2 cups pitted chopped dates
12 ounces sliced bacon, cut into 1/2-inch wide pieces, cooked until crisp, drained and cooled
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup grade b pure maple syrup, plus
1 tablespoon grade b pure maple syrup
1 large egg
3 tablespoons demerara sugar (or other raw sugar)

1
Position oven racks in the top third and center of the oven; preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
3
Scones--in a large bowl, whisk together the flours, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4
Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut in the butter until the mixture is crumbly with some pea-sized pieces of butter.
5
Add the dates and toss to coat with the flour mixture; repeat with the bacon.
6
Whisk the buttermilk and 1/3 cup of maple syrup together in a measuring cup.
7
Pour into the flour mixture and stir just until combined; do not overmix.
8
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead a few times.
9
Roll out into a 1-inch thick round.
10
Using a 2 1/2 inch round cookie cutter, pressing firmly to cut through the dates, cut out scones as close together as possible to avoid excess scraps.
11
Arrange at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
12
Gently press the scraps together, roll out again, and cut more scones.
13
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and remaining 1 tablespoon maple syrup.
14
Brush the tops of the scones lightly with the egg mixture and sprinkle with the Demerara sugar.
15
Bake, switching the positions of the baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking, until the scones are golden brown, about 20 minutes.
16
Let cool on the pans for 10 minutes.
17
Serve warm.

1657

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour, 1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Maple, Bacon, And Date Scones falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Maple, Bacon, And Date Scones

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