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Cranberry Orange Scones

Cranberry Orange Scones that Will Brighten Your Morning

Delight in these Cranberry Orange Scones that perfectly blend sweet cranberries with zesty orange for a refreshing breakfast treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 scones
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Scones
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream can use half-and-half for lighter option
  • 1 cup dried cranberries can substitute with raisins or dried cherries
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter can use vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup white sugar reduce for less sweetness or use coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp table salt
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 Navel orange zest and juice Meyer lemons can be substituted

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • nonstick baking mat
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cranberry Orange Scones
  1. Freeze the unsalted butter for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with a nonstick baking mat.
  2. In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Pulse for about 10 seconds.
  3. Cut the chilled butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Pulse about 15 times until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl. Pour in the heavy whipping cream and stir until just combined, then fold in the dried cranberries.
  5. Knead the dough gently on a floured surface, then flatten to a 1-inch thick circle and cut into 10 wedges.
  6. Place the scones on the baking mat and bake for 13-15 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Whisk together powdered sugar, orange zest, and juice until smooth for the glaze.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones and allow to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sconeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the butter for best results and avoid overmixing the dough.

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