"These Ricotta Drop Scones are quick to make with buttermilk and ricotta cheese, loaded with raisins and pecans with a hint of orange zest. Sprinkle them with some powdered sugar and serve them with this orange flavored ricotta spread and you've got one yummy breakfast. ..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup raisins
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1/4 cup orange juice
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1 cup ricotta cheese
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1 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp orange zest
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1/3 cup buttermilk
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2 tbsp vegetable oil (or canola oil)
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1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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3 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
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1 tbsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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4 tbsp butter (unsalted, cold)
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1/3 cup pecans (chopped)
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1 egg (beaten)