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Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Scones

Fluffy Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Scones You’ll Crave

Delight in these fluffy Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Scones, perfect for brunch!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free All Purpose Flour (or Regular Flour) Substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Quick Cooking/Instant Oats Ensure certified gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can swap with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential for fluffy rise.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Adds warmth.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter, Diced Keep cold for flakiness.
  • 2 medium Overripe Banana, Mashed Use very brown bananas for sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Milk of Choice Feel free to swap milk types.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips (Optional) Can be substituted with nuts.
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Milk of Choice Used for glaze consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pastry cutter
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine gluten-free all-purpose flour, quick oats, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until blended.
  2. Incorporate Butter: Add diced cold butter. Use a pastry cutter to mix until resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mash banana, whisk in milk and egg, then stir into dry ingredients to form a shaggy dough.
  4. Shape Dough: Form the shaggy dough into a disc about 1 to 1.5 inches thick. Cut into 6 to 8 wedges and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Chill Dough: Freeze for about 10 minutes while oven preheats to 400°F.
  6. Bake: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Prepare Glaze: Mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth for glaze.
  8. Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle glaze over cooled scones and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor. Ensure butter, milk, and egg are cold for fluffiness.

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