Ingredients
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All-purpose flour (2 cups) – This is your base.
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Granulated sugar (1/3 cup) – Adds sweetness.
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Baking powder (1 tablespoon) – Helps the scones rise.
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Salt (1/2 teaspoon) – Brings out all the flavors.
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Cold butter (1/2 cup or 1 stick) – Makes the scones flaky.
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Heavy cream (1/2 cup) – Adds richness and moisture.
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Egg (1 large) – Helps bind everything.
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Orange zest (from 1 large orange) – Boosts orange flavor.
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Fresh or dried cranberries (1 cup) – The star flavor.
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Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon) – For a cozy background flavor.
Substitutions & Variations:
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No heavy cream? Use whole milk or half-and-half.
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Fresh cranberries too tart? Use sweetened dried cranberries.
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Want gluten-free? Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour mix.
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No orange zest? Try lemon zest for a twist!
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
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In a big bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
3. Cut in the Butter
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Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix the cold butter into the flour until it looks like crumbs.
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Tip: Cold butter makes the scones flaky! Don’t overmix.
4. Add Wet Ingredients
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In a small bowl, whisk the cream, egg, and vanilla.
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Pour into the flour mix and stir gently until mostly combined.
5. Fold in the Cranberries
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Add the cranberries last. Gently fold them into the dough.
Notes
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Use cold ingredients for best texture.
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Don’t overmix the dough.
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Add glaze only after scones have cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American