Description
Blood Orange Scones are a delightful fusion of zesty citrus flavor and buttery tenderness, perfect for brunch or afternoon tea. Their vibrant color and comforting texture make them an instant favorite at any gathering. With a simple preparation process, you can enjoy these scones fresh from the oven in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- Zest of 1 blood orange
- 1/2 cup blood orange juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, mix blood orange juice, zest, cream, and eggs. Fold into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface; pat into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges or rounds.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg