Easy Orange Scones
Brighten your mornings with these Easy Orange Scones, a delightful blend of buttery richness and zesty citrus flavors. Perfectly golden and tender, these homemade scones are infused with fresh orange zest and finished with a sweet, tangy orange glaze for a bakery-style treat that's irresistibly fresh. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or a cozy afternoon snack. With their crisp edges and soft, flaky center, these scones strike the perfect balance of texture and flavor, and they pair beautifully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, these easy-to-follow steps will make you feel like a pro in the kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (freshly grated)
- 0.5 cups orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 cups heavy cream (cold)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in the orange zest to distribute the citrus flavor evenly.
In a smaller bowl, combine the orange juice, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Stir to mix.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Gently mix with a fork or spatula until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Lightly flour a clean work surface and turn the dough out onto it. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the dough into 8 equal wedges and arrange them slightly apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the scones in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
While the scones are cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking the powdered sugar and orange juice together in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones, let it set for a few minutes, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
335 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 328 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 73 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
