Name: Creamy Coconut Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 scones
Cuisine: American

Knead Some Sweets Verified

January 31, 2026

These soft and tender Creamy Coconut Scones are loaded with toasty coconut and creamy coconut icing drizzled on top!

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Creamy Coconut Scones

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 6 other allergens identified

Instructions

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To make the Scones

Preheat the oven to 400℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder in a large mixing bowl. Cut in the cold cubed butter with a pastry cutter until the pieces of butter are the size of peas. Stir in 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whipping cream, egg, coconut extract, and vanilla. Add this to the flour/butter mixture and stir until just incorporated. Turn onto a lightly floured counter and knead just until the dough comes together, being very careful not to overmix.

Shaped the dough into 3 rounds, each about 1 inch thick. Slice each round into 4 quarters and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut on top and lightly press it into the dough, then place on the prepared baking sheet, 1 inch apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-16 minutes or until the coconut topping is toasted and the undersides of the scones are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet before topping with the icing (recipe below) or serve as is. Enjoy!

To make the Icing

Whisk together the powdered sugar, whipping cream, and coconut extract until smooth. Drizzle or pipe onto the cooled scones.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cold Butter Magic 🧈
Keep your butter ice-cold and cut it into small cubes to create those signature flaky, tender scone layers - this is crucial for achieving the perfect texture.
Coconut Toasting Trick 🥥
Lightly toast the shredded coconut before adding it to the dough to intensify its nutty flavor and add depth to your scones.
Minimal Mixing Mastery 🥄
Mix the scone dough just until it comes together - overmixing will develop gluten and make your scones tough instead of tender and delicate.
Chill for Perfection 🧊
After shaping your scones, chill them in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before baking to help them maintain their shape and create a more defined texture.
Coconut Extract Enhancement 💧
For maximum coconut flavor, add a touch more coconut extract to both the dough and the glaze - but be careful not to overpower the delicate scone base.