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healthy Orange Scones

healthy Orange Scones
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These healthy orange scones are made with fresh orange juice and zest, light flour, and a touch of yogurt for a moist texture without excess fat. They’re easy to make and pair beautifully with tea or coffee.

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
• 2 tbsp coconut sugar or light brown sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter or coconut oil, cold and cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: 1 tbsp maple syrup for added sweetness

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  • Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  • In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, orange juice, zest, vanilla, and optional maple syrup.

  • Pour wet ingredients into dry and gently fold until dough comes together. Do not overmix.

  • Shape dough into a circle (about 1 inch thick) on a floured surface. Cut into 8 wedges.

  • Transfer to baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown.

  • Cool on a wire rack. Serve as is or drizzle with a light orange glaze.

Notes

  • Substitute white whole wheat flour for a lighter texture.

  • Add chopped cranberries or dark chocolate chips for variation.

  • A simple glaze of powdered sugar + orange juice can be drizzled on top (optional).

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