Summary:

Looking for a flavorful and satisfying breakfast treat? These buttery, crumbly scones contain sweet dried cranberries and feature a zesty orange glaze. They are easy to make and are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.

Cranberry Orange Scones

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Prep: 25

Cook: 15

Yield: 10 scones

INGREDIENTS

Zesty Orange Glaze:

▢ 1/2 cup powdered sugar
▢ 1 navel orange, zested and juiced

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare: Place butter in freezer (Note 1) while you assemble ingredients and work on next steps. Preheat oven to 425 F.
Process: Add dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt) to food processor and pulse until mixed. Take cold butter directly from freezer and cut into cubes. Add to food processor and pulse about 15 times.
Mix: Transfer contents of food processor to mixing bowl. Add heavy whipping cream and mix until combined. Add cranberries to bowl and mix in.
Make Wedges: Transfer mixture to working surface and lightly knead. To shape, press mixture into 9 inch cake pan or nonstick skillet. Carefully remove from mold and cut into 10 wedges. Space out wedges on nonstick baking mat.
Bake: Bake at 425 F until scones are lightly golden, about 13 minutes. Allow to cool while preparing glaze.
Make Glaze: Stir together powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon orange zest and 1 tablespoon orange juice. Drizzle over scones.

NUTRITION

Makes 10 Servings

Amount Per Serving (1 scone):

Calories 250 (37% from fat)
Total Fat 10g	16%
Saturated Fat 6g	32%
Cholesterol 29mg	10%
Sodium 270mg	11%
Net Carb 36g
Total Carb 37.5g	13%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	6%
Sugars 17g
Protein 3g

Vitamin A 7% · Vitamin C 12% · Calcium 10% · Iron 3%

PHOTOS

NOTES & TIPS

(1) Freezing Butter. The butter should sit in the freezer for at least 30 minutes. This ensures that the butter will be very cold when incorporated into the dough, which means it will steam and create air pockets in the scone when it bakes in the oven. This results in airier and fluffier scones.