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Flaky Cranberry Orange Scones Recipe with Perfect Zesty Glaze

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These flaky cranberry orange scones are a delightful combination of tart cranberries, zesty orange, and a sweet tangy glaze, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the orange zest and cranberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing—it’s okay if the dough looks a little shaggy.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a round disk, about 1-inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Brush the tops with a little heavy cream for a golden finish.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the scones are lightly golden on top.
  10. While the scones cool, make the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and fresh orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled scones.

Notes

[‘Keep your butter cold for flaky scones.’, ‘Avoid overworking the dough to maintain a tender texture.’, ‘Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor.’, ‘Prepare the glaze while the scones bake for easy assembly.’, ‘Use an oven thermometer to ensure even baking.’]

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