Description
Deliciously fluffy scones infused with bright orange zest and warm chai spices, perfect for brunch or tea time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp chai spice blend (1 tsp ground cardamom, 3/4 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, pinch of ground clove)
- 2 tbsp orange zest
- 6 tbsp (85 g) very cold unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 2/3 cup (160 ml) heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cold orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add chia spice blend and orange zest to the bowl, mixing well.
- Cut cold butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse cornmeal.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, and orange juice.
- Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat into a circle about 7 inches in diameter.
- Cut the dough into 8 wedges or use a biscuit cutter for rounds.
- Place scones on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 14–16 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for 5 minutes before glazing if desired.
Notes
Store completely cooled scones in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 16
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American