I think my love of scones has been pretty well established. I just can’t get enough of them. A donut? Eh, maybe. A bagel? Well, okay. Scones? Yes! Bring them on over. It is with these treats that I love to do my breakfast splurging.
I’ve had the coconut and lime combo on my mind lately so I decided I would give it a shot with scones. I found a few recipes online, but not quite what I was looking for. I knew I wanted to utilize the zest of the lime as well as the juice and I really wanted to use some coconut milk. On top of that I did have health on my mind, wanting to play around with a whole wheat version.
Well, this is what I got. I have to say that I taken aback a bit by my husband’s raving praises. He often thinks my food is good, but raving about how good is a new step for him. Maybe I am on to something.
Coconut and Lime Wheat Scones
1 ¾ cup whole wheat flour2 ¼ tsp baking powder
2 tbsp mascavo sugar (unrefined cane sugar)
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp lime zest (about half from one lime)
¼ cup finely ground unsweetened coconut
¼ cup unsalted butter, cold
1/3 cup coconut milk
¼ to ½ cup milk or heavy cream
¾ cup powdered sugar
Juice of one lime
1 Tbsp lime zest
Juice of one lime
1 Tbsp lime zest
In a mixing bowl combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, zest and coconut. Add the butter in small pieces. Blend with two knives or a pastry gadget until the pieces of butter are about the size of peas and evenly distributed. Add the coconut milk and combine. It will likely be dry.
Add enough milk or cream so that the dough comes to a manageable consistency, a bit drier than a bread dough, but to a point where it can be kneaded.
Turn the dough out onto a floured countertop. Knead gently to bring the dough together and shape it into a circle about ¼ to ½ inch thick. Cut into eight pieces.
Bake on a lightly greased sheet pan at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes or until the edges are slightly browned. Remove and allow to cool on a rack.
Add ½ cup powdered sugar to a small bowl. Add the juice of one lime and whisk until smooth. Whisk in the lime zest and enough of the remaining powdered sugar to reach desired consistency. It should be slightly thick, but still thin enough to drizzle and glaze.
Pour glaze over each scone and allow it to harden. Enjoy!
***If you prefer not to use powdered sugar and want to omit the glaze I would suggest adding some more sugar to the scone dough as it is not very sweet at all. The glaze is really what brings the sweet, salty, sour flavors together.
I love that these are whole wheat. I can’t wait to try them. We love lime and coconut treats!
coconut and lime sounds so good — and it’s great you made them with whole wheat…
Maria – I really think your coconut and lime creations are what got the combo in my head. 🙂
Justin – Thanks for stopping by with your comment. They turned out pretty tasty. I was somewhat worried about the all whole wheat flour, but it gives them good texture.
YUM! I love the coconut/lime combo! Perfect for bfast
These sound delicious! Can’t go wrong with coconut.
Hello there!! I have been loving your recipes and I am excited to try some of them! This one in particular…question though…do they have powdered sugar here in brazil?? I have been looking for it, but I cant find it in the Bretas we have here…I think I need to venture to a different store, but we dont have many here in Ipatinga..any suggestions??
this is so healthy and sounds tempting with the glaze…….will try it soon…
i have posted a coconut milk recipe recently …
Erica – Definitely makes it a happy morning. 🙂
Amy – Coconut is one of those things that I seem to like even more as I get older.
sangeeta – Thanks! Interested to see the coconut milk post.
Stephanie – Hi! So glad you made it to Brazil I need to catch up on your blog! I emailed you, but incase others are wondering:
So glad you made it to Brazil! I need to catch up on your blog!
Yes, they have something similar to powder sugar here. The brand I always find is Uniao and it is called Glaçúcar. The general name for powdered sugar is açúcar de confeiteiro. It is less fine and fluffy than what we have in the US and it often clumps badly from the atmosphere, but it works the same you just have to whisk or mix it longer to get out the clumps.
It took me forever to find it too! It is usually near the plain, white refined sugar and the bags are almost identical.
Mmmmm I’m pretty sure I have all the ingredients for this one already!! Gonna have to do it! 🙂
I completely agree that scones are incredible. My favorite is a cinnamon chip scone with coffee. That is one of my ideal combinations. Right up there with chips/salsa and margaritas. 😉
great job on the recipe – I will have to try it!
Lime and coconut is one of my favorites! These look divine!!
great idea, love it
Coconut is one of my favourite, and these sound delicious.
Lime and coconut combination sounds wonderful and the scones look scrumptious!
Coconut and lime? Count me in! Absolutely LOVE the combo!
What a yummy combo. I love scones too.
It makes me think of Kermit the Frog’s version of “Put the lime in the coconut”
A healthy scone?! can it be!
Grand Idea! sounds so good~~
We love coconuts so this recipe is Prefect for the Holiday 🙂
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A very delicious combination and not one I’ve seen for a scone. A perfect way to use coconut milk! I sometimes open a can to add to curry, but I never use it all. My stomach is grumbling – got to go to the kitchen for a snack…gosh darn it I wish I had some fresh scones like this!
These sound PERFECT for this time of year!! I still need to make scones.. I’m a scone virgin and it just isn’t right!!