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Orange scone rolls

Orange Scone Rolls

These delightful orange scone rolls are soft, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 portions
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 large Zest of 1 large orange
  • 1/4 cup Fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries or raisins (optional) Optional for added sweetness
  • 1 Egg, for egg wash
  • to taste Additional sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your hands, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the heavy cream, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula until just combined. If using, fold in the dried cranberries or raisins.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead the dough 2-3 times until it comes together, being careful not to overwork it.
  7. Roll the dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut the dough into strips about 2 inches wide.
  8. Roll each strip tightly into a spiral and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Leave some space between each roll.
  9. In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the scone rolls. Sprinkle a little sugar on top for added sweetness.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown.
  11. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
  12. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delightful orange scone rolls!

Notes

You can substitute dried cranberries with raisins or omit them entirely. For an extra touch, drizzle with a simple glaze after baking.