Orange Cream Scones Recipe
This Easy Orange Cream Scones Recipe delivers bakery-quality results right at home. Flaky, buttery, and bursting with bright citrus flavor, these scones are perfect for a weekend brunch or an afternoon treat. They come together quickly with simple ingredients, offering a delightful homemade alternative. For another vibrant, make-ahead dish, try this Autumn Harvest Grain Salad with Cranberries Recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 Tbsp orange zest, about the zest of 1 large orange
- 1/2 cup cubed butter, cold
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp butter, melted
- 1–1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional–it makes the glaze extra orange-flavored!)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or spray with cooking oil).
- Mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest. Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter (or using a standing mixer) and mix the dough until the butter is about the size of peas, and the dough resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk egg, sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Mix with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, and pat into a 1" thick circle. Cut into 8 triangles. Place scones on parchment lined baking tray, making sure the scones are evenly spaced apart.
- Brush the tops of each scone with a little bit of heavy cream, and bake for 15-16 minutes, or until scones are golden brown.
- While the scones are cooling, mix together melted butter, powdered sugar (starting with 1 cup), vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest. If the glaze seems too thin, add in the last 1/2 cup of powdered sugar.
- Pour the glaze over the scones and enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Orange Cream Scones ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough, shape it, and freeze the unbaked scones on a baking sheet. Once solid, transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time. This ensures your Orange Cream Scones are fresh and warm whenever you want them.
What can I use if I don’t have heavy cream?
For these Orange Cream Scones, full-fat coconut milk or full-fat plain Greek yogurt thinned with a little milk are good substitutes for heavy cream. The goal is to maintain a rich texture, so avoid low-fat alternatives to keep the scones tender and flavorful.
How do I prevent my scones from being dry?
The key is to avoid overworking the dough. Mix the ingredients just until they come together, and handle the dough as little as possible when patting it out. Using cold cream and butter also helps create a flaky, moist texture in your Orange Cream Scones.
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