Description

Brighten your morning with these delightful blood orange scones, bursting with vibrant citrus flavor and a tender crumb. Perfectly paired with tea or coffee, they make for an irresistible treat any time of day. With their stunning golden tops and zesty aroma, these scones will transport you to a sunny citrus grove. Easy to make and delicious to savor, they’re sure to impress at brunch gatherings or cozy afternoons spent at home.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
3/4 cup heavy cream, chilled
1 large egg, room temperature
Zest of 2 blood oranges
Juice of 1 blood orange (about 1/4 cup)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In another bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, blood orange zest, and juice.
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly for about 30 seconds.
Roll or pat the dough into a 1-inch thick round and cut into triangles or circles.
Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 scone (70g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: - For added texture, consider incorporating nuts or chocolate chips. - Experiment with other citrus fruits such as lemons or grapefruits for different flavors. - Store leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.