Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible burst of citrus with these delightful Mandarin Orange Scones! Made with juicy mandarin oranges and a homemade zesty orange butter, these warm, tender scones are the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. This recipe, adapted from a treasured cookbook, elevates the classic scone with a vibrant citrus twist. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 333.2 kcal

Protein 10g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter

Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar + 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter + 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter (for orange butter)
1 large egg
Low Fat Milk
Mandarin Orange
Cinnamon
Orange Marmalade

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How to Make Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1/2 cup milk.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in 1 cup chopped mandarin oranges until evenly distributed.
In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat into a 6-inch circle.
Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
Cut the circle into 8 wedges.
Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
While the scones are baking, prepare the orange butter: In a small bowl, cream together 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons orange marmalade until light and fluffy.
Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve warm with the orange butter. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

62g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter?

Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter?

Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter has approximately 333.2 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter?

The key ingredients for Mandarin Orange Scones With Orange Butter are Flour, Whole Wheat Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Orange Peel, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.