Vanilla Orange Scones
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
27 mins
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Servings
8 -9 Scones
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Course
Breakfast
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Cuisine
International
Vanilla Orange Scones
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A recipe for Vanilla Orange Scones! These buttery, flaky scones are flavored with orange zest, vanilla bean paste, and a sweet orange glaze.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (13 grams) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest from 1 orange
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter chilled and diced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream plus more for brushing
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
Glaze:
- 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
- Cut the butter into the flour using a dough blade, your fingers, or forks until the mixture becomes coarse and no pieces are larger than a pea.
- Mix in the egg, cream, and vanilla bean paste until just combined. Knead lightly to bring the dough together, but don't overwork. If too dry, slowly add a little more cream. Be careful not to add too much liquid. The dough should hold its shape, but not become sticky.
- Either shape the scones into squares or wedges.
To Make Square-Shaped Scones:
- Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and press into a square about 3/4 inches (2 centimeters) thick.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the square into thirds, then the other way into thirds to make 9 equal squares.
To Make Wedges:
- Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and divide in half. Press each half into a disc about 3/4 inches (2 centimeters) thick.
- Cut each disc into 4 equal slices to make 8 scones in all.
To Bake the Scones:
- Place the cut scones on the prepared baking sheet, about 1/2 inch (1.25 centimeters) apart.
- Brush the tops with cream, then bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, 12-15 minutes.
- Allow to cool on the pan 5 minutes before removing to wire rack.
To Make the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, milk, and vanilla bean paste. If too thin, add a little more powdered sugar. If too thick, add a little more milk or orange juice.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones or dip the top of each scone into the glaze. Allow to set and serve within a day.
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