Date and Walnut Scones

Plus: These scones are great with a fruity spread.

Ingredients

  • 250g Self - Raising Flour
  • 50g Wholemeal Flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 40g Margarine, Polyunsaturated or Butter
  • 50g Dates, chopped
  • 50g Walnuts, chopped
  • 1 egg and a little Milk

Method

Mix flours and salt.

Rub in margarine.

Add dates and walnuts.

Add egg and milk to make a soft dough (or milk, or water only).

Roll out to about ½" thickness handling lightly.

Cut into rounds.

Place on a greased baking sheet.

Bake in a hot oven, 220°C, Gas 7-8 for 10-15 minutes.