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Cranberry Orange Scones

This EASY Cranberry Orange Scones recipe is perfect during the holiday season, or anytime of year! They are slightly crisp and flakey on the outside and perfectly moist in the center with delicious bursts of cranberry orange flavor.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 347 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , FROZEN
  • 1/3 cup sour cream , light, regular, or sub Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries* halved
For the glaze:
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  3. Grate the frozen butter into the bowl and use a pastry blender or fork to combine the flour and butter until it resembles coarse meal. Stick the flour mixture in the fridge while you combine the wet ingredients.
  4. In a small bowl combine the sour cream, heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract and orange zest. Pour it over the flour mixture and gently stir to combine, just until everything is moistened. 
  5. Fold in the cranberries. Flour or grease your hands and then gently work the dough together and pour it out onto a floured surface. Press the dough (or use a rolling pin to gently roll it) into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  6. Cut the dough into 8 wedges. Place the scones on your baking sheet and brush the tops of them with a little bit of heavy cream. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until golden. 
  7. Remove scones from the hot baking sheet and allow them to cool for at least 10 minutes before drizzling the glaze on top.
  8. To make the glaze, combine the powdered sugar and freshly squeezed orange juice and stir together until smooth. Add a little more orange juice or powdered sugar until you reach your desired thickness to drizzle over the scones.  

Notes

  • Cranberries: Fresh, frozen or dried cranberries may be used.
  • Storing Instructions: Cranberry scones are best served fresh, the day of baking, but leftover scones can be stored at room temperature or in the fridge for up to two days.
  • Freezing Instructions: Skip the glaze and let scones cool completely. Freeze in airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. You can also freeze scones dough after pressing it into a circle. Cover well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge, then cut into wedges and bake as directed. 
  • Scone Flavors: For other flavors, try my Peach Scones or use my basic Homemade Scones recipe with a variety of mix-in ideas!

Nutrition Information

Calories 347kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 46g (15%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 67mg (22%) Sodium 164mg (7%) Potassium 198mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 540IU (11%) Vitamin C 3.7mg (4%) Calcium 81mg (8%) Iron 1.7mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 347

% Daily Value*

Calories 347kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 46g 15%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 67mg 22%
Sodium 164mg 7%
Potassium 198mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 540IU 11%
Vitamin C 3.7mg 4%
Calcium 81mg 8%
Iron 1.7mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.