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Description
Fluffy scones packed with cranberries and orange zest, topped with a sweet maple glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cranberries and orange zest.
- In separate bowl, whisk cream, egg, and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients.
- Gently knead dough until just combined. Shape into 8 wedges.
- Bake 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool slightly.
- Mix powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk. Drizzle over warm scones.
Notes
- Use fresh orange zest for best flavor
- Don’t overwork the dough for tender scones
- Glaze thickens as it cools
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American