• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipe box
  • Resources
    • Business
    • Photography
  • About
    • Contact
  • Peach Perfect Financials
    • Blogger MBA School
    • Bookkeeping Template

The Fit Peach logo

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Accounting
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • About
    • Accounting
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Uncategorized » Citrusy Orange and Medjool Date Scones

    Published: Apr 27, 2021 by Ansley Beutler

    Citrusy Orange and Medjool Date Scones

    • Share
    Jump to Recipe

    These zesty orange and date scones make the best pastry item to add to your brunch spread! They're soft and tender with crispy edges, a bold citrus flavor, and sweet dates in every bite. This date and orange scone recipe is easy to follow and made with healthy ingredients like almond flour and coconut milk.

    Golden triangular scones with white icing scattered on parchment paper.

    Brunch season is upon us and these orange flavored date scones NEED to be apart of the party! They're soft and moist with the most deliciously zesty flavor accompanied by specks of date pieces laced throughout.

    Yes, I just called these orange and date scones moist because, let's be honest here, these aren't your grandma's scones. They have those crispy edges that define them as "scones" and a buttery tender inside with a drizzle of of orange-infused icing on top. DROOL!

    Jump to:
    • Ingredients
    • Step by step directions
    • Why dates are amazing in scones
    • Storing
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Recipe

    Ingredients

    Image of ingredients with black labels on a dusty pink surface.
    • Almond flour + Tapioca flour + Coconut flour - This combination of gluten-free flours provides the best fluffy texture to the date and orange scones without drying them out. If needed, the tapioca flour can be substituted for arrowroot starch.
    • Coconut milk - Make sure to use full-fat milk in this date ad orange scone recipe.
    • Coconut sugar - used to add a touch of sweetness to the date scones.
    • Dates - Make sure to use pitted dates or remove the pit by hand.
    • Orange - Both orange juice and zest is used in this date and orange scone recipe. Fresh orange juice is best, not store-bought.
    Golden scones with white icing on white parchment paper on top of a baking sheet.

    Step by step directions

    These orange and date scones are so easy to make! All you need is a large mixing bowl and a flat working surface for the dough.

    Step 1 : Mix the wet ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, coconut milk, coconut sugar, orange juice, and vanilla. Continue to mix until the coconut sugar is dissolved into the batter.

    Hand whisking tan mixture in a large glass bowl with an orange off to the side.

    Step 2 : Fold in the dry ingredients

    Add the almond flour, tapioca flour, coconut flour, and baking powder to the bowl. Fold until no flour clumps remain. Be carful not to over-mix this step. The batter will look a little moist at this point which is okay!

    Large glass bowl with flour on top of tax mixture with orange off to the side.

    Step 3 : Fold in dates and orange zest

    Next, add the orange zest and chopped dates to the bowl and fold into the batter. Make sure to break up any large date pieces so they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

    Step 4 : Slice into triangles

    Transfer the dough onto a working surface, lightly floured with a little extra tapioca flour. Form the dough into a large circle about an inch and a half thick.

    Use a sharp knife and cut the circle in half. Then make two more slices to make an 'X' in the center of the circle. This makes 6 standard size date and orange scones. You can also make 8 smaller scones, just be sure to adjust the baking time as they won't take as long to cook.

    Press a few extra pieces of date into the tops of the scones if desired.

    Hand cutting dough into triangles with orange and date on surface.

    Step 5 (optional) : Brush with egg wash

    This step is optional but I recommend going the extra mile to ensure a golden brown toasted top layer to your orange and date scones.

    Whisk an egg in a small bowl. Then use a pastry brush to brush the tops of the date and orange scones. Bake in the oven until golden brown!

    Triangular scones on a baking sheet with hand brushing the tops.

    Step 6 : Drizzle with glaze

    Finally, it's time to add the glaze on top of these date scones. Make sure the scones have cooled down to room temperature before adding the glaze or it will melt.

    To prepare the glaze, mix together powdered sugar with orange juice and almond milk. You want the consistency to be slightly thick and not too runny. If it's too thin, add a little more powdered sugar and if it's too thick, add another teaspoon of almond milk.

    Hand drizzling white icing on top of baked scones on a baking sheet.

    Why dates are amazing in scones

    I love a nice lightly flavored scone, like my vegan chai spiced scones, and even a chocolate scone like my chunky monkey scones but adding a few dates to your scones really adds a little something special.

    Dates are soo much better than raisins (ewww). They provide the perfect amount of sweetness to these date and orange scones. When baked, the dates almost caramelize making their sweetness even more potent.

    If you have left over dates, be sure to check out my nut-free granola bars, these chocolate protein balls, or this mint chocolate chip nice cream!

    Golden scones on white paper on top of a baking sheet with orange and dates on the surface.

    Storing

    These date and orange scones keep really well and still taste soft and buttery even after a few days! To store, make sure the glaze has hardened to prevent a big sticky mess. Place the scones in an air-tight container and store out on the counter for up to 5 days. You can also store the container in the fridge where they will keep for up to a week. When ready to enjoy, warm them up in the microwave for 8 seconds.

    Golden scone with white icing and orange zest on white parchment paper.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I get my scones to rise and be fluffy?

    To ensure a soft and fluffy scone that rises when baked, make sure the oven is at 375 F and use coconut milk that is slightly chilled (aka not watery). On top of that, be careful not to over-mix the dough or the scones can come out dry and hard.

    Can I make these date scones ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the dough for these date and orange scones ahead of time and bake them in the oven right before you're ready to enjoy them. Prepare the dough as directed below and slice into the triangles. Store the triangles in the fridge. When ready to bake, let the dough come back to room temperature then place the scones on a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash if using, and bake in the oven until golden!

    Can I substitute the almond flour or coconut flour?

    I have not tried this recipe using a different flour. Check out these chai spiced scones which uses gluten-free oat flour. They are vegan too if you are looking to make a vegan scone!

    What if I don't have tapioca flour?

    Arrowroot starch can easily be substituted for the tapioca flour if needed.

    Triangular scones scattered in a pile on white parchment paper.

    For more breakfast treats, check out my:

    • Chocolate SunButter Almond Milk Crepes
    • Soft & Fluffy Paleo Almond Flour Coffee Cake
    • Banana Bread Doughnuts

    PS : If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a star review and comment below! Also be sure to follow along with me on Instagram and Pinterest to stay up to date on all tasty recipes here at The Fit Peach!


    Recipe

    Citrusy Orange and Medjool Date Scones

    These zesty orange and date scones make the best pastry item to add to your brunch spread! They're soft and tender with crispy edges, a bold citrus flavor, and sweet dates in every bite. This date and orange scone recipe is easy to follow and made with healthy ingredients like almond flour and coconut milk.
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: date and orange scones, date scones, gluten free scones. gluten free scone recipe
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 6 Scones
    Calories: 259kcal
    Author: Ansley Beutler

    Ingredients
      

    For the scone

    • 1 egg - plus one more for egg wash, optional
    • ⅓ cup coconut milk - full fat
    • 3 tablespoon orange juice - fresh
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • ⅓ cup coconut sugar
    • 2 cups almond flour
    • ¾ cup tapioca flour
    • ¼ cup coconut flour
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 tablespoon orange zest
    • 6 dates - pitted and chopped into small pieces (about ½ cup)

    For the glaze

    • 1 cup powdered sugar
    • ½ tablespoon orange juice
    • 1 -2 tablespoon almond milk - plain unsweetened

    Instructions

    For the scone

    • Preheat oven to 375 F. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, coconut milk, orange juice, vanilla and coconut sugar until well mixed.
    • Add the almond flour, tapioca flour, coconut flour, and baking soda to the bowl and fold into the batter until no flour clumps remain. Make sure not to over-mix this step.
    • Fold in the orange zest and date pieces. Again, make sure not to over-mix the dough.
    • Lightly flour a working surface with some extra tapioca flour. Transfer the dough onto the working surface and form the dough into a large circle about an inch and a half thick. Use a sharp knife and cut the circle in half. Then make two more slices to make an 'X' in the center of the circle. This makes 6 standard size scones. Press a few extra pieces of date into the tops of the scones if desired.
    • If desired, prepare the egg was by whisking an egg in a small bowl. Then use a pastry brush to brush the tops of the scones. Bake in the oven for 14 - 15 minutes until golden brown! Let cool before drizzling with the glaze.

    For the glaze

    • Mix together powdered sugar with orange juice and almond milk in a bowl. You want the consistency to be slightly thick and not too runny. If it's too thin, add a little more powdered sugar and if it's too thick, add another teaspoon of almond milk. Drizzle over each of the scones and enjoy!

    Notes

    Tapioca flour substitute : If needed, replace the tapioca flour with arrowroot flour or starch.
    Vegan options : I have not tried this recipe with vegan substitutes and don't recommend using a flax egg in place of the egg in this recipe. Check out my chai spiced scone recipe which is gluten-free and vegan!
    Smaller scones : This recipe makes 6 standard large scones but can easily make smaller scones if needed. Instead of cutting 6 scones out of the large circle, I recommend cutting out 8 small scones. They will make for less time - I would check them around 9 minutes to make sure they're golden brown on top.
    Storing : To store, make sure the glaze has hardened to prevent a big sticky mess. Place the scones in an air-tight container and store out on the counter for up to 5 days. You can also store the container in the fridge where they will keep for up to a week. When ready to enjoy, warm them up in the microwave for 8 seconds.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 182mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @the.fit.peach or tag #thefitpeach!

    « Blueberry Greek Yogurt Coffee Cake
    Savory Cheesy Popcorn »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar


    Welcome to The Fit Peach where I share elevated everyday recipes for the health-focused foodie.

    Read more about Ansley here!

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest


    New Year New You

    • Zucchini Involtini
    • Southwest Chicken Chili
    • Triple Berry Smoothie
    • Firecracker Bang Bang Shrimp

    Trending

    • Edible Brownie Batter
    • Air Fried Teriyaki Salmon Bites Rice Bowl
    • Ricotta Cheese Egg Bites with Peppers and Onion
    • Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies


    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    More

    • About
    • Resources
    • Peach Perfect Financials
    • Contact

    Newsletter

    Subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more deliciousness!

    Recipes

    • Chocolate
    • Cookies
    • Savory
    • Drinks

    COPYRIGHT © 2020 THE FIT PEACH ALL RIGHTS RESERVED


    Accessibility Statement | Privacy Policy


    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.