Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From a TOH booklet. These are a wonderfully flavorful scone with the additoin of the chopped mandarin oranges. Serve with the orange butter and you have a very delicious treat! These are best when served warm. Ingredients:
1 cup flour |
1 cup whole wheat flour |
3 tablespoons sugar |
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder |
2 teaspoons orange peel, grated |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/3 cup cold butter |
1 egg |
1/3 cup low-fat milk |
1/2 cup mandarin orange, well-drained & chopped |
2 -3 teaspoons additional sugar |
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/2 cup butter, softened |
2 tablespoons orange marmalade |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the flours, sugar, baking powder, orange peel and salt.
2. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Combine the egg and milk in a separate bowl and then add to the crumb mixture.
4. Fold in chopped mandarin oranges just until moistened.
5. Mix together additional sugar and cinnamon.
6. Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead gently 10 times.
7. Pat into a 6 inch circle and then sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
8. Cut into eight wedges, separate and place onto a greased baking sheet.
9. Bake at 400F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Remove from pan to a wire rack.
11. Prepare the orange butter by beating butter and marmalade together in a small bowl until fluffy.
12. Serve the scones warm with the prepared butter.
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