Zuni Caf Scones My Version

Indulge in bakery-level perfection with "Zuni Caf Scones My Version," a delightfully tender and buttery scone recipe enhanced with fresh orange zest and optional dried currants for a fruity twist. These golden beauties boast a flaky texture, thanks to cold cubed butter and a gentle mixing technique, while a sprinkle of raw sugar creates an irresistible caramelized crust. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, these scones are perfect for elevating your breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and pair with clotted cream, jam, or a steaming cup of coffee for an unforgettable treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.3333333333333333 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.6666666666666666 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
• 0.5 cup dried currants (optional)
• 2 tablespoons raw sugar for topping
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream for brushing

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Stir in the orange zest and dried currants (if using).

Step 5

Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the heavy cream. Gently fold the cream into the dry ingredients just until a rough dough forms. Be mindful not to overmix.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a circle about 1 inch thick. Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to divide the circle into 8 equal wedges.

Step 7

Transfer the wedges to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Brush the tops of the scones with heavy cream and sprinkle generously with raw sugar for a golden crust.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top and set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2922.4

Total Fat 162.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 452.3mg	0%
Sodium 1730.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 138.3g
Protein 28.7g	0%

Vitamin D 58.3IU	0%
Calcium 130.6mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 826.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 45.9%