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Cranberry Orange Scones

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Delightfully tender and flaky cranberry orange scones bursting with fresh citrus zest and tangy cranberries, perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in the cranberries and orange zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 7-inch circle about 1-inch thick.
  8. Cut the circle into 8 equal wedges and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Brush the tops with a little heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  10. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra flavor, drizzle with a simple orange glaze made from powdered sugar and fresh orange juice after baking.

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