ORANGE-CURRANT SCONES

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Categories     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Currant     Orange     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup chilled solid vegetable shortening, cut into pieces
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons chilled buttermilk
3/4 cup dried currants
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line large baking sheet with foil. Stir flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in large bowl to blend. Add butter and shortening; using fingertips, rub in until coarse meal forms. Add 1 cup buttermilk, currants and orange peel. Stir gently until dough comes together in large moist clumps. Gather dough into ball. Transfer dough to lightly floured work surface. Gently knead 3 or 4 turns to combine will. Divide into 2 pieces; flatten into 3/4-inch-thick rounds. Using floured knife, cut each round into 8 wedges. Transfer wedges to prepared baking sheet. Brush with remaining 2 tablespoons buttermilk and sprinkle with additional sugar.
  • Bake scones until light golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Yosaf Khan
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I've made these scones several times now and they're always a hit. They're so delicious and easy to make.


Vimalesh Cat
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These scones were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I might try using less sugar next time.


Gee Caston
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I love the orange and currant flavor combination in these scones. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Lorena Manuel
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These scones were so easy to make and they turned out perfect! The orange and currant flavors were amazing, and the scones were so light and fluffy. I will definitely be making these again.


Yashpopy
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my scones turned out flat and dense. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Hammad Ashraf
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The scones were delicious! The orange and currant flavors were perfect together, and the scones were nice and moist. I would definitely make these again.


Nkhenso Chris
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I made these scones for a brunch party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the orange and currant flavor, and they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Zualfqarali Cahndio
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These scones were a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was still good. I think I might try adding a little more butter or milk next time.


mostafa hefny
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I've tried many scone recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The orange and currant combination is so unique and flavorful, and the scones are always so moist and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a del


Nomonde Matsaba
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These scones were a delightful treat! The orange and currant flavors were perfectly balanced, and the scones had a lovely crumbly texture. I especially enjoyed the glaze on top, which added a touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making