orange cream scones

Concord, NC
Updated on Jun 26, 2011

I make this for our ladies English Afternoon Tea gatherings. This is the hit of the party! Easy to Make. Husbands will love these just taken fresh hot out of the oven.....Yummy

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method ---
yield 12 Scones

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup surgar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange extract

How To Make orange cream scones

  • Step 1
    1. Preheat oven to 375. Line baking sheet with parchment paper 2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut butter into flour mixture until crumbly. Add orange zest mix well. 3. In a small bowl, combine cream and orange extract. Add to flour mix just until dry ingredients are moistened. Do Not Over Mix Or Knead. 4. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough GENTLY to 1/2 inch thickness. Using a 2 1/4 inch cookie round cutter, cut scones and place on baking sheet. Brush top of scones with cream and sprinkle with sugar. Bake 18-20 minutes, or until lightly browned.

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