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Scone Recipe

Easy scone recipe with dried orange. This is the best scone recipe ever: buttery, flaky orange scones. Learn how to make perfect scones with secrets and tips!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Baking Recipes
Cuisine: Scone
Keyword: Scone Recipe
Servings: 4 scones
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dried orange pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter
  • 3 tablespoons full milk cold
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Cut the dried orange into pieces.
    Dried Orange
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine milk and 2 tablespoons beaten egg; add to crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in dried orange pieces.
  • Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Pat into a 6-in. (15cm) circle.
    Orange Scones Dough
  • Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill for 30 minutes (optional step). Brush the scones with remaining egg, sprinkle with coarse sugar and bake at 425°F (218°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
    Orange Scones Dough

Notes

This recipe is adapted from Taste of Home.

Nutrition

Serving: 8pieces | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 196mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g