Easy Orange Pecan Scones Recipe

Name: Easy Orange Pecan Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 32 min
Total time: 47 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; Orange Zest; ½ cup granulated sugar; ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes; ½ cup chopped pecans; ¾ cup buttermilk; Egg

Indulge in these irresistible Easy Orange Pecan Scones! This delightful recipe, originally from a beloved bed and breakfast and discovered on the 1st Traveler's Choice internet cookbook, delivers fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth scones bursting with zesty orange and crunchy pecans. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, these scones are surprisingly simple to make and guaranteed to impress. Get ready to experience a taste of homemade heaven!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 32 mins

Calories 211.8 kcal

Protein 8g

Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Orange Pecan Scones

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
Orange Zest
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
½ cup chopped pecans
¾ cup buttermilk
Egg

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How to Make Easy Orange Pecan Scones

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon orange zest, and ½ cup granulated sugar until just combined.
Add ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes, and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add ½ cup chopped pecans and pulse 2-3 times, just until chopped and combined.
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Stir in ¾ cup buttermilk until just combined. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat into a 1-inch thick circle.
Cut the circle into 8 pie-shaped wedges or use a cookie cutter. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the scones with 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water (egg wash).
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm with your favorite jam or honey. Enjoy!