Making Orange Cream Scones is a straightforward process. Follow these easy steps to create your delicious treats:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Add Orange Zest: Stir in the grated orange zest, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
4. Incorporate Butter: Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
6. Form the Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
7. Shape the Scones: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just until smooth. Pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
8. Cut the Scones: Using a sharp knife or a pastry cutter, cut the dough into triangles or rounds, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
9. Add Sugar Topping: Optionally, sprinkle a little sugar on top of each scone for a sweet finish.
10. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden brown.
11. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.
12. Prepare the Glaze: If desired, mix powdered sugar with orange juice to create a glaze. Drizzle it over the scones after they have cooled slightly.

These steps will guide you through creating these delightful scones, making the process as enjoyable as the results!