🍊🍇 Orange Raisin Scones
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 8 scones)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 tbsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
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½ cup raisins (golden or regular)
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Zest of 1 large orange
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⅔ cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: 1–2 tbsp orange juice (for extra citrus punch)
🥣 For the Glaze (optional)
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1–2 tbsp orange juice
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Optional: pinch of orange zest
🔪 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
3. Cut in the Butter
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Add cold butter pieces and cut in with a pastry blender or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Stir in the raisins.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients
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In a separate bowl, whisk cream, egg, vanilla, and orange juice (if using).
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Pour into the dry mixture and stir just until a soft dough forms (don’t overmix).
5. Shape the Dough
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Turn out onto a floured surface. Gently knead 2–3 times and pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
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Cut into 8 wedges (like a pizza) and place on baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
6. Bake
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Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
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Cool slightly on a wire rack.
7. Glaze (Optional)
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Mix powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
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Drizzle over warm or cooled scones.
✅ Tips:
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Use cold ingredients for the flakiest texture.
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Want extra shine? Brush tops with cream or beaten egg before baking.
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Add 1–2 tbsp chopped candied orange peel for extra citrus flair.
Would you like a whole wheat version, a vegan option, or how to make mini scones for tea parties?
