Lime and Coconut Scones

By Sugar Salt Magic · 60 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F; 180°C fan-forced). Line a large baking tray with baking paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the plain flour, icing sugar, desiccated coconut, baking powder and salt.
3. Add the cold grated butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips, a knife or a pastry blender until only small pieces remain.
4. Add the lime zest, lime juice, coconut milk and milk, and stir with a spoon to a sticky dough.
5. Turn the dough onto a sheet of baking paper and press it into a round disc about 1 inch (2.5 cm) high.
6. Using a sharp knife dipped in flour, cut the dough into 8 triangles.
7. Transfer to the lined tray and brush the thickened cream over the tops.
8. Bake for 16-18 minutes until dry-looking and lightly golden at the edges.
9. Move to a wire rack and cool for 15 minutes.
10. Optional: mix the icing sugar, lime juice and lime zest for the glaze, and spoon it over the scones once they have cooled a little.

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