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8 Tender Orange Raisin Soda Bread Scones Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These 8 Tender Orange Raisin Soda Bread Scones offer a delightful twist on classic soda bread, infused with fresh orange zest and juicy raisins. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these scones are tender, lightly sweetened, and easy to make with simple ingredients. Their golden crust and soft crumb make them irresistible when served warm, especially with butter or a drizzle of orange glaze.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest

Fats & Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

Topping

  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and finely grated orange zest to evenly distribute the leavening agents and citrus flavor.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Add the cold unsalted butter cubes to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, which helps create tender, flaky scones.
  4. Add Raisins: Stir in the raisins so they are evenly distributed throughout the crumbly mixture.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, large egg, vanilla extract, and fresh orange juice to create the liquid base for the dough.
  6. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain the scones’ tender texture.
  7. Shape Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick, being careful not to overwork it.
  8. Cut and Arrange Scones: Cut the dough circle into 8 even wedges. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart to allow for expansion.
  9. Add Topping: If desired, sprinkle the tops of the scones with coarse sugar for a sweet, crunchy finish.
  10. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the scones turn golden brown and are set in the middle.
  11. Cool and Serve: Allow the scones to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving warm, optionally with butter or a light orange glaze.

Notes

  • For extra citrus flavor, add an additional teaspoon of finely grated orange zest to the dry ingredients.
  • Dried cranberries can be substituted for raisins to vary the flavor and texture.
  • Serve these scones warm with butter or a light orange glaze for the best taste experience.

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