Orange Cottage Cheese Scones
Orange Cottage Cheese Scones are a truly special pastry that combines citrusy freshness with the tender texture of cottage cheese. The cottage cheese not only enriches the dough but also gives it extra softness, while the orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice add a pleasantly refreshing flavor. These scones are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or for welcoming guests, offering a truly unique flavor despite being simple to prepare. An excellent choice with a cup of hot tea or coffee!
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Preparation Steps
1
In a bowl, mash the cottage cheese with a fork, then stir in the freshly squeezed orange juice and grated orange zest.
2
Sift the flour into a large bowl, then stir in the baking powder and salt.
3
Dice the cold butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Add the granulated sugar, sour cream, and egg, then start to knead the dough.
5
While kneading, incorporate the orange-cottage cheese mixture until it is evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6
Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
7
On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1.5 cm (½ inch) thickness and cut out scones using a cookie cutter.
8
Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the tops with beaten egg to give them a beautiful shine.
9
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
10
Let them cool, then dust the scones with powdered sugar before serving.
