Orange Scones

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)

1/4 cup heavy cream (plus more for brushing)

1 egg

1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1 orange)

2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

For the glaze:

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1–2 tablespoons orange juice

Extra orange zest for garnish (optional)

 

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. Cut in the butter: Add cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mix resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Add wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla. Pour into the flour mixture and stir until just combined — do not overmix.

5. Shape the dough: Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into 6–8 wedges and place on the baking sheet.

6. Brush tops with a bit of heavy cream for a golden finish.

7. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool on a wire rack.

8. Make the glaze: Mix powdered sugar with orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled scones and sprinkle with extra zest if desired.