Orange-Currant Scones

Health score
1%
Orange-Currant Scones
35 min.
20
93kcal

Suggestions

These scones are a delightful treat for any time of day! With a subtle sweetness and a hint of orange, they're a perfect morning pick-me-up or an elegant addition to your afternoon tea. The recipe is simple and straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. The dough comes together quickly, and the use of a blender ensures a perfectly blended mixture. The addition of currants soaked in warm water adds a unique texture and flavor, while the orange peel brings a bright, citrusy aroma. The baking process is quick, and the result is a golden-brown, flaky scone that's sure to impress. Whether you're serving them at a brunch gathering or enjoying them as a midday snack, these scones are a delightful treat. With a balanced caloric breakdown, they offer a satisfying combination of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in the deliciousness of these Orange-Currant Scones!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.5 cup currants 
  •  eggs beaten
  •  egg whites beaten
  • 1.8 cups flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • tablespoons half and half 
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400ºF. Soak currants in enough warm water to cover 10 minutes to soften; drain.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in medium bowl.
  3. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until mixture looks like fine crumbs. Stir in orange peel, egg, currants and just enough half-and-half until dough leaves side of bowl.
  4. Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead lightly 10 times. Divide dough in half.
  5. Roll or pat each half into 6-inch circle, about 1/2-inch thick.
  6. Place on ungreased cookie sheet; brush with egg white.
  7. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet.
  8. Cut each circle into 10 wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories93kcal
Protein7.77%
Fat35.62%
Carbs56.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.1
Glycemic Load
8.07
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.521304367677%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:92.8kcal
4.64%
Fat:3.72g
5.73%
Saturated Fat:0.93g
5.82%
Carbohydrates:13.31g
4.44%
Net Carbohydrates:12.83g
4.66%
Sugar:4.21g
4.68%
Cholesterol:9.23mg
3.08%
Sodium:126.98mg
5.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.83g
3.65%
Selenium:4.82µg
6.88%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.28%
Folate:21.69µg
5.42%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.92%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.62%
Calcium:40.39mg
4.04%
Iron:0.68mg
3.75%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.57%
Phosphorus:34.7mg
3.47%
Vitamin A:161.72IU
3.23%
Fiber:0.49g
1.95%
Potassium:51.48mg
1.47%
Copper:0.03mg
1.46%
Magnesium:4.75mg
1.19%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.08%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.06%