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Cranberry Orange Scones
Delight in these flaky, buttery scones infused with fresh cranberries and zesty orange, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
Wet ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk or heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons orange juice or milk
Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Mix egg, buttermilk, vanilla; combine with dry ingredients, cranberries, and orange zest. Form into a ball.
- Press dough into an 8-inch circle, cut into 8 wedges, and place on a baking sheet. Brush with buttermilk.
- Chill in refrigerator for 20 minutes, then preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Mix powdered sugar, orange juice, and vanilla to make glaze. Drizzle over cooled scones.
Notes
For extra orange flavor, add orange zest to the glaze.