Orange Almond Scones Recipe

Name: Orange Almond Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 1/2 cup orange juice, fresh is best; 1/4 1/4 cup plain yogurt or 1/4 cup milk; 1 large egg; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 3 cups flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 8 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup almonds, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon orange peel, grated

Servings: persons

1/2 cup orange juice, fresh is best
1/4 1/4 cup plain yogurt or 1/4 cup milk
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup almonds, finely chopped
1 tablespoon orange peel, grated

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Mix together liguids with egg and extract, beat well with a fork (a 2 cup measuring cup is perfect for this.).
3
Mix together in a separate bowl flour, baking powder and soda, and salt.
4
Cut in butter until fine granules form.
5
Stir in sugar, almonds and orange peel.
6
Add egg mixture and stir with a fork until a soft dough forms, add a little extra milk if needed.
7
Turn out onto a board and give 5-6 kneads.
8
Divide dough in half and pat into circles on an ungreased cookie sheet; cut each circle into 6-8 wedges, depending what size scone you want.
9
For crisper scones seperate wedges on the sheet.
10
Bake about 25 minutes or until medium brown.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup orange juice, fresh is best, 1/4 1/4 cup plain yogurt or 1/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, and more.

Yes, Orange Almond Scones falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Orange Almond Scones

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