Homemade Orange Scones with Simple Orange Glaze
Print it, save it, or add it to your recipe binder.
Introduction
These Delicious Orange Scones are sunshine in baked form—soft, buttery triangles bursting with orange zest and finished with a citrusy glaze that adds just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you’re brewing a cup of tea or setting the table for brunch, these scones are the ultimate baked treat for any time of day.
The dough comes together quickly, and the flavor payoff is incredible. No fuss, no complicated techniques—just golden, citrus-kissed scones with a lightly crisp exterior and a tender, moist interior.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Bright orange flavor in every bite
- A simple, buttery dough that’s easy to work with
- Perfectly sweet orange glaze that hardens beautifully
- Great for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea
- Easy to freeze or reheat for make-ahead mornings
Ingredients
For the Scones:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup cold butter, cut into pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons orange juice (fresh preferred)
Homemade Orange Scones with Simple Orange Glaze
The dough comes together quickly, and the flavor payoff is incredible. No fuss, no complicated techniques—just golden, citrus-kissed scones with a lightly crisp exterior and a tender, moist interior.
Prep: min | Cook: min | Total: min
Servings:
Ingredients
- For the Scones:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup cold butter, cut into pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons orange juice (fresh preferred)
Instructions
- 🔥 1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 🧈 2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 🍊 3. Cut in the Butter: Add cold butter to the dry mix.
- Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- 🥛 4. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, orange zest, and vanilla.
- 🥣 5. Make the Dough: Gently stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead 3–4 times until it comes together.
- 🔪 6. Shape and Cut: Flatten dough into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- 🍪 7. Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes.
- 🍊 8. Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
- Drizzle over warm scones and let set.
Nutrition
- Calories:
- Fat:
- Carbs:
- Protein:
Rate This Recipe
Average Rating: 0 (0 votes)
Instructions
🔥 1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
🧈 2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
🍊 3. Cut in the Butter
- Add cold butter to the dry mix.
- Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
🥛 4. Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, orange zest, and vanilla.
🥣 5. Make the Dough
- Gently stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead 3–4 times until it comes together.
🔪 6. Shape and Cut
- Flatten dough into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
🍪 7. Bake
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes.
🍊 8. Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth.
- Drizzle over warm scones and let set.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, brush the scones with cream before baking and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
- Add dried cranberries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts for texture.
- Make smaller scones for a bite-sized brunch treat—just reduce bake time.
- Don’t overwork the dough or your scones may turn out dense.
Storage & Reheating
- Store scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Freeze for up to 1 month—just reheat in a 325°F oven for 10 minutes.
- Glaze after reheating if freezing ahead.
More Recipes You’ll Love
If you’re into sweet, easy-to-bake treats, check these out:
- These Easy Pumpkin Spice Muffins Are My Favorite Fall Treat to Bake on Repeat
- These Chocolate Chip Cookie Bites Are My Favorite Little Treat to Bake Anytime
- These Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies Are My Favorite Way to Bake Up Instant Joy
- The Easter Cookies Everyone Will Be Talking About and Asking the Recipe For
- These Cake Mix Cookies Are My Go-To Shortcut for Easy Foolproof Treats
Final Thoughts
These Delicious Orange Scones are sweet, zesty, and packed with bright citrus flavor. Whether served warm from the oven or glazed for an afternoon pick-me-up, they’re a foolproof way to impress guests—or treat yourself. Light, flaky, and just the right amount of sweet, these scones might just become your new baking staple.
Tried them? Snap a photo and tag us—then follow for more cozy, simple baking recipes that brighten your kitchen.
