Description
These festive cranberry orange scones are perfect for breakfast or brunch. They combine tart cranberries with fresh orange zest for a bright, flavorful treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cranberries and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream, egg, and vanilla.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and transfer to the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with an orange glaze.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze unbaked scones for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American