Coconut scones

Coconut scones

I got off of work later than usual one night last week. I also, unusually, brought my laptop along to work. Because the 3-4 hours I get paid to do nothing seemed like the perfect opportunity to edit some photos. Anyway, dark clouds started rolling in and all I could think about was how silly I was for not checking the daily forecast. Of the ten days a year precipitation falls from the sky, one of them has to be the day I bring something extremely valuable to work. WHY WAS I NOT PREPARED FOR THIS?

So, I texted Thom and asked him to send good vibes to the rain gods. You know, to convince them to hold off on the torrential downpour until my laptop was safe inside the house. Good vibes were sent, as were weird text messages. The entire ride home I received questions like: At which stop are you getting off? How far are you? Are you getting close? All I wanted to say was Dude, bug off! It's a little rain and I'm a big lady. I'll make it home ok. I didn't put two and two together, which is why I was totally surprised when the bus rolled up to the stop and there was Thom - standing in the pouring rain - with an umbrella. Ready to walk me and my precious laptop all 40 feet to our front door.

Coconut scones

It took my breath away. And as hard as I try, I can never fully comprehend the magnitude of his presence on my being. He enriches my life in more ways than I have fingers and toes. And every morning I roll over to his oily head, I thank the winds for the unfortunate circumstances that lead us to one another. Lately, I've been so caught up with school, work and the blog, that I haven't expressed my appreciation for him as much as I should. So, when he got sick two nights ago, I decided to wake up first thing yesterday morning and make him something comforting for breakfast. Scones. Chock full of coconut and undivided love.

Coconut scone

These scones are so full of coconut flavor that it makes my heart sing. Five of the nine ingredients are coconut derived - and it's freaking awesome. We prefer our scones slightly on the dry side, so if you prefer yours moist, add 7 total tablespoons of coconut yogurt. Also, I used pastry flour to yield a lighter scone. If you'd prefer a dense scone, replace the pastry flour with (more) unbleached flour. And yes - these babies can be made gluten free by replacing the flour with a gluten free flour blend and xanthan gum.

COCONUT SCONES

1 cup unbleached flour
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 cup coconut sugar
1 cup fine shredded coconut
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 cup coconut oil, solid
1/3 cup coconut yogurt
1/2 cup coconut milk, full fat


Preheat oven to 375˚F. Line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, sugar, coconut, salt and baking powder. Cut in the coconut oil until the mixture resembles coarse meal; set aside. In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt and milk. Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yogurt mixture. Scoop the dry ingredients from from the bottom of the bowl and fold over the wet ingredients. Repeat this just until the mixture is combined. Do not over mix the dough. If the dough is too wet, add additional flour 1 tablespoon at a time.

Line a flat surface with parchment paper and sprinkle lightly with flour. Pat the dough into a large circle, about 1 inch thick. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into eight triangular segments. Transfer the dough segments to the prepared baking sheet. If desired, lightly brush each scone with melted coconut oil and sprinkle with vanilla sugar. Bake at 375˚F for 16-18 minutes, or until golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool then store in an air tight container for up to three days. Unbaked dough can be kept frozen in the freezer. Simply place the scone segments in a freezer safe container, until ready to use.

Yield: 8 scones

25 comments:

  1. Cute story :) These coconut scones look really delicious!

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  2. What a cute story! I hope he liked the scones. What is coconut sugar and where might I find some? It sounds like something I need in my pantry...

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    1. I found it at a natural grocer near my house. If you can't find it anywhere near you, it's available on Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/Madhava-Organic-Coconut-Sugar-16-Ounce/dp/B005NH4RMC - or you can substitute any other sugar.

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  3. Awww, I love that he was waiting for you with an umbrella. It really is the small things in life. :)

    I just bought some coconut sugar and I'm excited to start baking with it. Your recipe sounds really good (anything with coconut is a win for me!) and I love the simple ingredient list.

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  4. I think I might make these

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  5. That is the most adorable little story. Love is grand- as are coconut scones.

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  6. Aww what a sweet story! Those scones look out of this world! I can see what you mean by chock full of coconut goodness! I LOVE coconut so these seem like they would be a perfect treat for me. Yum!

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  7. That is such a sweet story! I want you to take care of me the next time I'm sick! ;-) For reals, though- these scones are awesome!

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  8. These look and sound delicious! Yum! Lovely photos~

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  9. Such a sweet story and the scones look really nice, might try them this weekend = )

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  10. I've never seen coconut scones but gosh, do they look delicious. I'll have to try these [:

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  11. Aww - what a lucky guy you have! These scones sound amazing... I love all the coconut in them! Hope Thom is feeling better!

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  12. Awww.. that is such a sweet story! and perfectly pretty scones to go with it.. i wonder how they would be with coconut flour!.. i guess i can as well just eat a coconut cut into triangles then ;)

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  13. Is it sad that I almost cried reading your story?

    Okay, don't answer that. I have been overly emotional this past week or two.
    But seriously - you guys are so fortunate to have each other. And we're fortunate that you have each other. Because I get this scone recipe (I'm being self-centered, sorry).

    I really like coconut. In England we have the American version of an Almond Joy, but they're called Bounty's and don't have an almond. I used to eat one of those almost every week. That's probably why I was a chub.

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  14. oh young love.... ;)
    i'm on a scone kick lately and these are next on my hit list! xo

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  15. So adorable. I have to lug my laptop around a bit and have been so thankful that I invested in a waterproof bag lately. I had to walk home in the rain the other night, but it was too windy for my umbrella to stay upright.

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  16. Awww both you and Thom sound super adorable - and I am sure these scones are just as amazing as the two of you :)

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  17. These look amazing - I know I would be extremely happy if someone made these for me for breakfast! And as a coconut fiend, they are right up my alley...I love how many ways you managed to use coconut - all that's missing is coconut flour!

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  18. I love this story! And these scones :) I have had a total weakness for coconut scones lately, and yours look exactly perfect. Excited to have found your blog!

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  19. That's the most lovely and sincere post I've read in a long time! You guys are so lucky to have and cherish each other. On another note: these scones look divine!

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  20. AnonymousMay 11, 2012

    Have you tried make this or anything else using Coconut Flour? I love Coconut anything so when I came across some Organic pouches I just had to buy some, but I'm not sure how to use it in place of wheat type flours. Any ideas? I want to try your recipe using it. It looks yummy!

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    1. Hi, Anon :) I was very close to using coconut flour, but was worried it wouldn't bind properly becuase of the fat. If you want to try it, try substituting in 1/2 cup to start. Let me know how it turns out!

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  21. These scones look yummy, but if I want to make them gluten free would I just substitute the 2 cups of flour with gf all purpose flour? Also you mentioned using xanthum gum.. how much would I use? Are there any other tips for making this gluten free.. I'm new to gf baking, so any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

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    1. It depends on whether or not the gluten free flour you're using subs 1:1 with all purpose flour. If so, then yes - just replace the flour with a gluten free flour blend. Also, the general rule of thumb is 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum for every cup of flour.

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