Zesty Orange Yogurt Scones
Start your day with these deliciously light and airy Zesty Orange Yogurt Scones, perfect for breakfast or as a delightful snack. This cherished family recipe, passed down through generations, is a favorite of Hollye Chapman from Corvallis, Oregon. These scones are bursting with citrus flavor, thanks to the blend of orange yogurt and fresh orange juice, making them an irresistible treat. Serve them warm with a dollop of orange marmalade, lemon curd, or your favorite jam for an extra touch of sweetness. You can also experiment with other fruit yogurts for a personalized twist!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (measured)
sugar
1/3 cup (measured, plus 2 teaspoons for topping)
baking powder
2 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (measured)
cold butter or margarine
3 tablespoons (cut into small pieces)
orange flavored yogurt
1 (6 ounce) carton (measured)
orange juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed if desired)
grated orange peel
2 teaspoons (freshly grated)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
3
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter (or margarine) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange flavored yogurt, orange juice, and grated orange peel until well combined.
5
Slowly pour the yogurt mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
6
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it just 10 times to bring it together.
7
Shape the dough into an 8-inch circle, then place it onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a sharp knife to cut into 8 wedges, but do not separate them.
8
Sprinkle the remaining 2 teaspoons of sugar evenly over the top of the scones.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown.
10
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm and enjoy with your choice of spreads.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Orange Yogurt Scones?
They are light and airy scones bursting with citrus flavor, made with orange yogurt and fresh orange juice.
Who is the creator of this recipe?
This cherished family recipe comes from Hollye Chapman of Corvallis, Oregon.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How much flour is required for the scones?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is used in the dough?
The dough requires 1/3 cup of measured sugar.
Is there a sugar topping for the scones?
Yes, you should sprinkle an additional 2 teaspoons of sugar over the top before baking.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What amount of baking soda is used?
You will need 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
What type of butter should be used?
You should use 3 tablespoons of cold butter or margarine, cut into small pieces.
What size yogurt container is needed?
The recipe uses one 6-ounce carton of orange flavored yogurt.
How much orange juice is added?
You need 1/4 cup of orange juice, ideally freshly squeezed.
How much orange peel should be grated?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of freshly grated orange peel.
How should the baking sheet be prepared?
Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
How do I incorporate the butter into the dry ingredients?
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
What is the correct way to mix the wet ingredients?
Whisk together the orange flavored yogurt, orange juice, and grated orange peel in a separate bowl until well combined.
What should the dough's consistency be?
The dough should be slightly sticky when just combined.
How many times should the dough be kneaded?
Gently knead the dough exactly 10 times to bring it together on a floured surface.
What shape should the dough be formed into?
Shape the dough into an 8-inch circle.
How many scones does this recipe make?
The recipe makes 8 wedges.
Should I separate the wedges before baking?
No, use a sharp knife to cut into 8 wedges but do not separate them before putting them in the oven.
How long do the scones need to bake?
Bake the scones for 15-20 minutes.
How can I tell when the scones are finished baking?
They are done when they have turned golden brown.
Should the scones be served warm or cold?
They are best served warm.
What are some suggested toppings for serving?
They are excellent with orange marmalade, lemon curd, or your favorite jam.
Can I use different types of yogurt?
Yes, you can experiment with other fruit yogurts for a personalized twist.
What tools are needed to mix the dough?
You will need a large mixing bowl, a pastry cutter or fingers for the butter, and a spatula for stirring.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a family favorite.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include scones, baking, breakfast, snack, orange, yogurt, and citrus.
What is the primary flavor profile of these scones?
The scones have a zesty citrus profile due to the orange juice, orange peel, and orange yogurt.