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Mary Berry Date And Walnut Scones

Mary Berry Date And Walnut Scones
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Mary Berry’s Date and Walnut Scones are traditional scones with a flavorful combination of finely chopped dates and walnuts. These scones are slightly sweet and wonderfully textured, making them an ideal accompaniment to tea or coffee.

Ingredients

  • Self-raising flour – 250g, for light and fluffy scones.
  • Butter – 50g, chilled and diced, adds richness.
  • Caster sugar – 50g, for a hint of sweetness.
  • Chopped dates – 75g, provides natural sweetness and texture.
  • Chopped walnuts – 50g, adds crunch and flavor.
  • Egg – 1 large, for binding.
  • Milk – 100ml, to moisten the dough.
  • Extra flour – For rolling out the dough.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Tray

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or 400°F.
  • Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, sift the self-raising flour and add the diced butter.
  • Rub the butter into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
  • Stir in the caster sugar, chopped dates, and walnuts.

Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix it with the milk.
  • Gradually add the liquid to the dry ingredients, mixing with a knife to form a soft dough. Reserve a little of the liquid for brushing the tops of the scones.

Step 4: Shape the Dough

  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
  • Gently roll it out to a thickness of about 2.5cm (1 inch).
  • Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out scones, re-rolling the dough as needed.

Step 5: Bake the Scones

  • Place the scones on the prepared baking tray, spacing them slightly apart.
  • Brush the tops with the reserved egg and milk mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the scones are golden and well-risen.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

  • Transfer the scones to a wire rack to cool slightly.
  • Serve warm with butter, cream, or jam for a delicious treat.

Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-date-and-walnut-scones/