Cranberry Orange Scones
These Cranberry Orange Scones are buttery, flaky, and bursting with fresh cranberries and zesty orange flavor. Drizzled with a tangy orange glaze, they're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar plus more for topping
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter cut into small cubes
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 3/4 - 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons butter melted, for brushing tops
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 3-4 tablespoons orange juice for glaze
- 1 tablespoon orange zest for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Fold in the fresh cranberries. Add the cream, orange juice, and orange zest. Stir until the dough comes together, adding more cream as needed.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch-thick round disc. Cut the disc into 8 wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Whisk together confectioner’s sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the slightly cooled scones using a spoon or whisk.
Notes
For a festive twist, add dried cranberries or chopped nuts to the dough. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sconesCalories: 347kcalCarbohydrates: 52.9gProtein: 3.8gFat: 13.4gSaturated Fat: 8.4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 38mgSodium: 339mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 29.6g
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