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Gluten Free Date Scones with Coconut and Pecans

Published: Mar 21, 2020 · Modified: Sep 7, 2021 by Sandi Gaertner · 35 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links

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These delicious gluten free date scones with coconut and pecans are light and flaky, with a little nutty crunch. I use this recipe as a base gluten free scones recipe and I love to add different mix-ins and fruits. They are perfect with a cup of coffee or tea. You'll want to make a double batch of this gluten free scones recipe!

a gluten free date scone on a plate with a latte behind the plate
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I found some sweet-looking dates in our grocery store and I thought these would work well with coconut and pecans. You can easily use any nut in this scones recipe so if you do not have pecans, try walnuts or almonds!

The dates and coconut give these scones a light sweetness to them. Even my picky child loves them! If you don't have dates on hand, you can easily substitute raisins or other dried fruit!

I have made a lot of savory scones, like these gluten free delicata squash cornmeal scones, and I thought it was time to make a sweeter scone to go with my coffee.

If you love scones as much as we do, you will want to try all of my delicious gluten free scones recipes on the blog. I include both sweet and savory scone recipes!

These were so yummy...just make sure your dough is slightly sticky. Adding a touch more milk if needed. My family still scarfed them though!"

Stephanie B., Pinterest comment
The top view of two Gluten Free Date Scones on a small burlap bag. The scones are cut in triangle wedges.

Ingredient notes:

  • Gluten free flour blend - I tested this recipe using Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour Blend and King Arthur's Measure for Measure Gluten Free Blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours and I can not guarantee the recipe will work if you use other mixes.
  • Xanthan Gum - If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain xanthan gum or guar gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  • Dates - I love the sweetness from dates but you can use other dried fruits.
  • Shredded coconut - be sure to use unsweetened.
  • Butter - To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the butter for vegan butter.
Gluten Free Coconut, Date, and Pecan Scone wedge on a plate. The plate is on a navy colored floral napkin.

These scones are so worth making! (I highly suggest you make a double batch, the whole family is going to devour them.) You can also try these flaky Gluten Free Blueberry Scones too, they are hard to resist!

If you do make that double batch, feel free to freeze some, because these date scones are completely freezable.

Recipe step by step directions:

scone dough in a bowl

Step 1: Add your dry ingredients to a large bowl. Whisk to blend.

Step 2: Use a pastry blender to cut the butter into the dry ingredients. Your dough will look grainy like this before you add the wet ingredients.

date scone dough pressed into a circle. Cuts are made to make triangle scones

Step 3: In a smaller bowl, add the wet ingredients and whisk. Pour them into the dry ingredients to make the dough.

Step 4: Spread the date scones dough out on parchment paper in a big circle shape. Use a rolling pin to roll the dough to 1 ½ to 2-inch thickness. Make partial cuts in the dough.

Step 5: Bake at 350º F for 25-30 minutes. Baking time will depend on how thick you roll out the scone dough.

HINT: You do not have to cut all the way through the dough. Once it is baked you just need to cut it again along those same lines.

Variations

Feel free to change up the mix-ins for this scones recipe. Some ideas include:

  • Raisins
  • Dried cranberries
  • Walnuts
  • Chocolate Chips

This gluten free scones recipe makes date scones that are super flaky and packed with coconut and pecans. Click here to see all of the gluten free scone recipes on this blog.

Side view of Date Scones on a burlap bag

If you love pecans, you will also love this easy Gluten Free Chocolate Pecan Pie recipe!

Tips and Recipe FAQ:

How do you know when the scones are done?

I like to use the toothpick test to see if the scones are done. Insert a toothpick into the middle of the scones. If the toothpick comes back clean, your scones are finished baking. If there are crumbs or batter on the toothpick, you will need to bake your scones a little longer.

Can you make these scones dairy-free?

You can easily make these scones dairy-free by using vegan butter and non-dairy milk.

How do you get scones to be fluffy?

Baking powder is what you need for flaky scones. I recommend aluminum-free!

How long will these scones keep fresh?

These scones will keep up to 3 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

These step-by-step directions should help you become a scone expert in no time. Learning how to eat gluten free has never been easier! 

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Gluten Free Date Scones with Coconut and Pecans

Sandi Gaertner
Date scones with coconut and pecans are light and flaky, with a little nutty crunch. Perfect with a cup of coffee. You'll want to make a double batch of this gluten free scones recipe! 
5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Gluten Free Breakfast Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 scones
Calories 527 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gluten free flour blend * see note
  • ½ cup sugar use ¼ if you use sweetened coconut.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder aluminum free
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut unsweetened
  • ½ cup roasted pecans
  • ½ cup chopped dates

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350º F.
  • In a large bowl add all dry ingredients.
  • Whisk to blend.
  • Add butter in chunks to the flour.
  • Using a pastry blender, cut butter into the dough until the flour mixture is grainy.
  • Add wet ingredients and mix ins and stir to blend.
  • Put a piece of parchment paper onto a cookie sheet.
  • Sprinkle a little flour on top of the dough and shape it to a round flattened circle about 2 inched tall.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut slices into the dough (as shown in above photograph.)
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until done.
  • When scones are cooled down, use a knife along cut marks.

Notes

  1. I have tested this recipe with King Arthur Measure for Measure GF and Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1 GF blend. That doesn't mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
  2. Xanthan Gum - If your gluten free flour blend doesn’t contain xanthan gum or guar gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  3. To make this recipe dairy-free, substitute the butter for vegan butter.
  4. To test for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the scones. If the toothpick comes out clean, it is done baking. If you see batter or crumbs, the scones need to bake longer.
  5. I used almond milk but other dairy-free kinds of milk will work but I do not recommend canned coconut milk.
  6. These scones will keep up to 3 days in an air-tight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

SPECIAL NOTE

Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn't test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 527kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 8gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 321mgPotassium: 326mgFiber: 7gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 558IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 135mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Debra Yalin

    December 20, 2020 at 11:15 am

    5 stars
    Two gluten free adult daughters. Made two scone recipes strawberry and dates with almonds. Super tasty. Cheers!

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      December 21, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      I am so glad you liked them Debra :-).

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  2. Taryn

    May 31, 2019 at 8:33 am

    Great flavor combo in these scones! Thanks.

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    • Sandi Gaertner

      May 31, 2019 at 3:39 pm

      Thank you 🙂

      Reply
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