Cranberry Orange Scones
Deliciously tender scones with tart cranberries and bright orange zest, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup white sugar Can reduce sugar to taste
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter Cut into pieces
- 1 large egg Beaten
- 1/2 cup milk Can substitute with yogurt
Flavoring Ingredients
- 1 juicy orange Zest and juice required
- 1 cup cranberries Fresh or dried, can use frozen without thawing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cold butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cranberries and orange zest.
- In a separate cup, whisk together egg and milk. Pour into the flour mixture and mix gently.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat into a circle about 3/4 inch thick, and cut into triangles.
Baking
- Place the scones on a baking tray and brush the tops with a little milk.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with butter or enjoy with cream cheese or orange marmalade. These scones stay fresh for a few days in an airtight container.