Orange Currant Scones...So Fancy

Ok I admit, when it comes to baking and cooking, I keep it simple. I just don't have the time or desire to tackle a complicated recipe. When I found this recipe for Orange Currant Scones, I knew I could tweak it a bit and make it my own {I often do this}. If you are hosting a brunch anytime soon, you must make these; your guests will gush and you will feel like a kitchen superstar.

Orange Zest Smells Amazing

Finished Scrumptious Scone

You will need

1 3/4 Cup unbleached all purpose flour
1/4 Cup ground flax seed {why not throw it in when you can!}
3 Tablespoons sugar
1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/3 Cup Currants {you can find these in the dried fruit section}
Zest of one orange
1 1/4 Cup heavy cream {just do it and don't think twice}
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted

How to prepare

Preheat oven to 425

Whisk together flour, flax seed, sugar, baking powder and salt in large bowl

Stir in the orange zest, currants and cream until just combined

Place dough on a floured surface and work into a round ball

Using your palms flatten into an 8" circle about 1/2" thick

Using a pizza cutter {or knife will do} cut into 8 wedges

Place scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Brush the tops and sides of the scones with the melted butter

Bake until lightly golden brown {about 15min}

Transfer to a wire rack to cool

Serve with drizzled honey on top and Enjoy!