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Divine Orange Cranberry Scones: 10 Joyful Bites

Orange Cranberry Scones with Lemon Glaze
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Whip up these delightful Orange Cranberry Scones with a zesty Lemon Glaze. They’re the perfect treat to brighten your day, bringing a taste of sunshine to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the cranberries and orange zest.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a disc about 3/4-inch thick.
  8. Cut the disc into 8 wedges using a knife or bench scraper.
  9. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the scones cool on a wire rack for a few minutes.
  12. While the scones are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Add more lemon juice if needed to reach desired consistency.
  13. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled scones.
  14. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

  • Using cold butter is key to flaky scones.
  • Don’t overmix the dough; this can lead to tough scones.
  • You can substitute orange juice for some of the heavy cream if you prefer a stronger orange flavor.
  • For a sweeter glaze, add more powdered sugar. For a thinner glaze, add a bit more lemon juice.

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