The orange poppy seed scone recipe has a zesty citrus taste. Great for an anytime of the day snack!

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal live. John 3:16 (NIV)

Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup poppy seeds
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, chilled
1/4 cup orange juice
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel

Egg Wash:
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon water

Hardware
Whisk
Large bowl
2 x small bowls
Pastry blender (optional) Pastry brush
Cookie sheet

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: Lightly grease a 10-inch diameter circle in center of cookie sheet; set aside.
Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, poppy seeds, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt.
Step 4: With a pastry blender or knife cut in chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 5: In a small bowl, stir together the orange juice, egg, and grated orange peel.
Step 6: Pour juice mixture into flour mixture and stir to combine.
Step 7: With lightly floured hands, pat dough into an 9-inch diameter circle in center of prepared cookie sheet.
Step 8: In a small bowl, stir together egg and 1/2 teaspoon water. Lightly brush egg mixture over the top of scones.
Step 9: With a serrated knife cut circle into 8 wedges.
Step 10: Bake 20-25 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Do not overbake. Re-cut wedges with knife. Let scones stand for 3 minutes before transferring to cooling surface.

Makes 8 scones.

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