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Oatmeal-Currant Scones

SUBMITTED BY: jessica

"These scones are a bit lighter than most because they contain milk and not cream. They also contain nutritious, fiber-rich oatmeal. If you want to add a touch of sophistication to these scones, replace the orange juice with orange flavored liqueur. Serve warm with butter and jam."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 9 stars. This recipe average a 4.3 star rating.
Read Reviews (9)
Original recipe yield 16 scones

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup dried currants
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 1/3 cups cold milk

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Heat the orange juice and the water in a small pan, add the currants. Simmer the mixture for 1 minute, then let it sit until it cools slightly.
  3. In a food processor, grind the oats with the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar. Add the butter. Run the machine in short spurts until the mixture has the consistency of sand. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add milk and orange/currant mixture to the large mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture begins to hold together.
  5. Form the dough into a large ball with your hands, adding a bit of milk if necessary. Press or roll out the ball of dough until it is 1 inch thick. Cut the dough into 16 squares or triangles.
  6. Bake the scones on an ungreased baking sheet for 15 minutes or until they are lightly browned on the edges.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 1, 2004 by MELANIE4
I made these around the Holiday's and they were a big hit. My Husband ate them up before I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2003 by YCHRISTINE
for those who cannot eat wheat, I alternated with some flax seed and rice flour and they still... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2003 by VCUELLO
These were good. Not too sweet, a great snack anytime! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2007 by Amberly
These were very delicious. I thought they were tender and I loved the pre-plumped fruit! I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2004 by Jessie
Added 2tsp. orange zest and substituted 1c. of the flour with white wheat flour. The scones... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 19, 2004 by Jase
Great if made with sweetened cranberries instead of currants. I'd suggest going a little... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 20, 2008 by mehjabin
I has never baked scones before and started with this recipe..everyone in my family loved it.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2008 by Imbrifer
This is an excellent recipe. I have used it many times, with many substitutes. Whenever I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2005 by Lorena509
Very festive scone recipe! Simple to make, great texture and flavor. I added a cinnamon... MORE