Welcome to the world of delectable blueberry orange scones, where sweet and tangy flavors dance harmoniously on your taste buds. These delightful pastries are perfect for a morning treat, an afternoon snack, or a special brunch gathering. Whether you prefer them warm and fresh from the oven or slightly toasted with a dollop of creamy butter, blueberry orange scones offer a satisfying experience that is sure to become a favorite. As you embark on this culinary journey, we'll guide you through the process of selecting the perfect recipe, exploring different variations, and mastering the art of creating these delectable scones in your own kitchen.
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BLUEBERRY ORANGE SCONES
Tender, flaky and moist, these buttery scones are studded with juicy blueberries. They're great for breakfast, brunch or as a midday snack with coffee or tea! Katy Radtke - Appleton, WI
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 scones.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk and orange juice just until moistened. Gently fold in blueberries. , Turn onto a floured surface; gently knead 10 times. Pat into an 8-in. circle. Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 509mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
ORANGE GLAZED BLUEBERRY SCONES
This was originally posted by Mean Chef; I had a nearly identical recipe posted, minus only the orange glaze. I got my version off a homeschool mom email loop; you know these have to be easy to do if we can make them while drilling multiplication tables and talking about Ancient Egypt. ;o)
Provided by winkki
Categories Scones
Time 40m
Yield 6-12 scones
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar; mix thoroughly.
- Cut in butter using 2 forks or a pastry blender.
- The butter pieces should be coated with flour and resemble crumbs.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk and egg together, and then add to the flour mixture.
- Mix just to incorporate, do not overwork the dough.
- Roll blueberries in flour to coat, this will help prevent the fruit from sinking to the bottom of the scone when baked.
- Fold the blueberries into batter, being careful not to bruise.
- Drop large tablespoons of batter on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until brown.
- Cool before applying orange glaze.
- To prepare Orange Glaze: combine butter, sugar, orange zest, and juice over a double boiler.
- Cook until butter and sugar are melted and mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and beat until smooth and slightly cool.
- Drizzle or brush on top of scones and let glaze get hazy and hardened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.6, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 62.7, Sodium 618, Carbohydrate 100.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 56.7, Protein 7.5
BLUEBERRY ORANGE SCONES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE CHUNKS
A triple combination of deliciousness. These scones are sure to vanish quickly.
Provided by Sarah Bowdidge
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Scone Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place 2 cups flour, baking powder, and sugar in the bowl of a food processor or blender; pulse a few times to combine. Add shortening; pulse until mixture has the consistency of fine crumbs.
- Place flour mixture in a bowl; stir in white chocolate, blueberries, and orange zest. Stir milk into flour mixture gradually to form a smooth batter. Turn mixture out onto a floured board; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup flour. Knead a few times to incorporate flour and form a smooth dough.
- Roll dough out 1/2-inch thick; cut scones with a biscuit cutter to desired size. Place scones on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 184.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
ORANGE BLUEBERRY SCONES
This is from Womans world from last year. I am always looking for a grab while you go snack. This is very nice and it has only 3 g fat. Time does not include the cooling time.
Provided by bigbadbrenda
Categories Breakfast
Time 22m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 Line a jellyroll pan with foil; coat with cooking spray.
- Combine flour , sugar, cornmeal, baking powder and salt.
- With a pastry blender or 2 knives cut in butter and 1 tsp of the zest until well combined.
- Stir in buttermilk and egg white until a soft dough forms.
- Gently stir in blueberries.
- With Moist hands transfer dough to a floured surface and shape into a 8 in round.
- Cut into wedges and place 2 inches apart on pan.
- Bake 8-12 minutes or until golden brown
- Cool Completely.
- In a small bowl combine the confectioners sugar with 1/2 tsp zest and 1- 2 tbsp water stir until smooth .
- Drizzle over scones.
Tips:
- For a more intense orange flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Gently mix the dough just until it comes together. Over-mixing will result in tough scones.
- If the dough is too sticky to handle, add a little more flour. If it's too dry, add a little more buttermilk.
- Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the scones rise properly.
- For a golden brown crust, brush the tops of the scones with milk before baking.
- Serve the scones warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
Conclusion:
These blueberry orange scones are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. The combination of sweet blueberries and tangy oranges is sure to please everyone. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect scones every time. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying baked good, give these blueberry orange scones a try!
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