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Cranberry Orange Scones Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Cranberry Orange Scones are tender, flaky, and bursting with fresh cranberry and bright orange flavors. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these scones feature a buttery dough enhanced with orange zest and a sweet-tart glaze drizzled on top. They bake up golden and crisp outside, soft and flavorful inside, making a delightful accompaniment to your favorite warm beverage.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (plus more for brushing)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries

Glaze Ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Cut in Butter: Add cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, ensuring a flaky texture.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Fold in Cranberries: Carefully fold in the cranberries, whether fresh or dried, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing.
  6. Shape the Scones: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Pat it into a 1-inch-thick disc, then cut into 8 equal wedges. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing slightly apart.
  7. Brush with Cream: Lightly brush the tops of the scones with additional heavy cream to promote a golden, shiny crust during baking.
  8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  9. Make the Glaze: While the scones cool, whisk together powdered sugar, freshly squeezed orange juice, and orange zest until smooth and pourable.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones and serve warm or at room temperature with tea or coffee for a delightful breakfast or snack.

Notes

  • Use cold butter to ensure flaky layers in the scones.
  • Fresh cranberries provide a tart burst, while dried cranberries add sweetness; choose based on preference.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough scones.
  • The glaze can be adjusted for thickness by adding more powdered sugar or orange juice.
  • Store leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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