Cranberry Orange Scones
Cranberry orange scones are a delightful breakfast treat that perfectly balances the sweet-tart flavor of cranberries with zesty orange. These tender, flaky scones are easy to make and fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma, making them an ideal choice for brunch or a cozy family breakfast. With a golden-brown crust and bursting with flavor, these scones are sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your 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 until combined.
- Add cold butter cubes and mix until crumbly.
- In another bowl, combine heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Stir into the dry mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in cranberries. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a disc about 1 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into wedges or use a cookie cutter for round shapes. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg