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Cassie's Cranberry Orange Scones

Crispy outside, tender flaky inside, and incredible orange and cranberry flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 3/4 cup butter frozen, grated
  • 2 tsp orange peel zested
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
Topping
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Glaze
  • 2-3 tbsp orange juice
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda; cut in butter.
  2. Stir in the buttermilk just until combined.
  3. Fold in the cranberries and orange peel.
  4. Turn onto a floured surface; divide dough in half.
  5. Shape each portion into a ball and pat into a 6 inch circle.
  6. Cut each circle into six wedges, place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  7. Brush with milk.
  8. Combine the cinnamon and 2 tbsp sugar; sprinkle over the scones.
  9. Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. While scones are cooling, combine orange juice and powdered sugar.
  11. Stir until you have a smooth glaze; drizzle over the tops of the scones.
  12. Enjoy! These disappear quickly, but if you have any left, store them in an air-tight container for 2-3 days.