Description
Cranberry Orange Scones are a delightful blend of tart cranberries and bright orange zest, creating a fluffy, flaky pastry perfect for any occasion. These vibrant scones fill the air with a heavenly aroma that makes them irresistible at brunches or festive gatherings. With simple instructions, even beginner bakers can easily whip up these treats in no time. Enjoy them warm with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of cream for an indulgent touch.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gently fold in cranberries and orange zest.
- Stir in heavy cream until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into a circle about 1-inch thick, and cut into wedges or use a round cutter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg