Description
Cranberry Orange Scones are a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon tea. These freshly baked scones are infused with vibrant orange zest and studded with tart cranberries, creating a deliciously moist texture. Topped with a simple orange glaze, they offer a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements the citrus notes. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with a cup of tea or coffee, these scones are sure to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3/4 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, plus more for brushing
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in orange zest and cranberries.
- In another bowl, whisk together heavy cream and egg; add to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead into an 8-inch round disc, about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges and transfer to the baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Brush tops with heavy cream and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack and drizzle with orange glaze made by whisking powdered sugar with fresh orange juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (68g)
- Calories: 237
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 126mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 29mg