Cranberry Orange Scones Recipe
Delicious easy Cranberry Orange Scones recipe Bake flavorful scones w simple tech Enjoy a delightful breakfast or brunch treat Recipe inside
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 scones
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice)
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the orange zest, dried cranberries, and buttermilk to the bowl. Gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Use a sharp knife or a bench scraper to cut the circle into 8 wedges.
- Place the scones onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar, if desired. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove the scones from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.