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Orange and Dark Chocolate Scones with Orange Glaze
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Orange and Dark Chocolate Scones with Orange Glaze

These scones combine the bright zest and juice of orange with chunks of dark chocolate, resulting in a tender, flaky baked good with a balance of citrus and rich cocoa flavors. The dough is made with all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and cold butter, then baked to a golden brown before being topped with a sweet orange glaze that adds a refreshing finish. They are best enjoyed fresh for breakfast or as a snack.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings: 8 scones
Calories: 391 kcal
Course: Bread, Baked Goods
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • for the orange and dark chocolate scones:
  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • ¼ tsp. baking soda
  • ½ tsp. kosher salt
  • 3 T. sugar
  • ¼ tsp. cinnamon
  • orange zest from 1 large
  • ½ c. cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • ½ c. buttermilk do not substitute
  • 1 egg lightly beaten, large
  • 2 oz. dark chocolate chopped into 1/4″ pieces (I used Lindt 70% cocoa)
  • For the Orange Glaze:
  • ¾ c. powdered sugar
  • 1 T. orange juice freshly squeezed
  • orange zest from 1 large

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, cinnamon, and orange zest. With a rigid pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal. Make a well in the center, and then add buttermilk and egg. Stir just until combined (do not overmix). Gently fold in chocolate.
  3. Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead 5 or 6 times. Pat into an 8” circle and cut into 8 wedges. Transfer to baking sheet. Bake until scones are golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let scones sit on baking sheet for a couple minutes before removing to a wire rack.
for the orange glaze:
  1. While scones are still warm, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together all glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle the orange glaze over the scones.
  2. Serve warm or at room temperature. Best eaten on the day they are baked.

Notes

  • Use buttermilk as specified to achieve the desired tender crumb; do not substitute.
  • Fold in dark chocolate gently to maintain pockets of chocolate without melting into the dough.
  • Glaze the scones while warm so the orange glaze drizzles smoothly and adheres well.
  • These scones are best eaten the day they are baked to enjoy their optimal texture and flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 391kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Cholesterol 55mg (18%) Sodium 350mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 28g (56%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 scones

Amount Per Serving

Calories 391

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 391kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Cholesterol 55mg 18%
Sodium 350mg 15%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 28g 56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.