🍊 Best Cranberry Orange Scones 🍊
Ingredients:
For the Scones:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon orange zest (from about 1 orange)
• 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries (if using dried, soak in warm water for 10 minutes)
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping)
For the Orange Glaze:
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions:
1 Prepare the Scone Dough:
◦ Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
◦ In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
◦ Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
◦ In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
◦ Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
◦ Fold in the cranberries.
2 Shape and Cut the Scones:
◦ Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it just a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick disk.
◦ Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 8 wedges (like a pizza).
◦ Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
◦ Sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar for a little crunch and sparkle.
3 Bake the Scones:
◦ Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on the edges and cooked through.
◦ Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
4 Prepare the Orange Glaze:
◦ In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest (if using) until smooth. The glaze should be pourable but not too thin. If needed, add a bit more powdered sugar or juice to reach the desired consistency.
5 Glaze the Scones:
◦ Once the scones have cooled, drizzle the orange glaze over the top of each scone. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes�Servings: 8 scones�Calorie Count per Serving: ~300-350 Kcal
These Best Cranberry Orange Scones are perfect for breakfast or a special treat. With a tender, flaky texture and the bright, zesty flavor of orange paired with the tartness of cranberries, topped with a sweet orange glaze, they’re sure to become a favorite! 🍊🍪