Cranberry Orange Scones

These Cranberry Orange Scones are buttery, crumbly, and light. They are full of flavor and will melt in your mouth! The tartness of the cranberries balances out the sweet orange, and they’re a perfect addition for your tea or breakfast! Don’t forget the sweet orange glaze!

Cranberry and orange are reminiscent of Fall, but this flavor combination is one that’s enjoyed all year long.

Mornings and afternoons can be so busy but it’s so beneficial to slow down and enjoy the quiet moments. These Cranberry Orange Scones are quick, warm and satisfying. They’ll taste like they came from the bakery or your favorite coffee shop!

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Cozy up with your favorite book and tea for these soft, sweet scones. They’re often made in the wintertime but perfect for anytime of the year! 

What ingredients are in Cranberry Orange Scones?

• All Purpose Flour provides the structure and rise in the scones. When mixed with the heavy cream, the elastic gluten forms and expands as it bakes. Make sure to fluff the flour, scoop it into the measuring cup and then level off with a knife. 
• Granulated Sugar sweetens the scones!
• Baking Powder make sure it’s fresh and not expired as it helps raise the scones as they bake, resulting in a puffier, lighter scone. 
• Salt enhances the other ingredients flavors.
• Butter this recipe uses softened butter for an easier approach! If you have time you could grate cold or frozen butter and cut it in with a pastry blender or forks. Cold ingredients will help the scones be fluffy and flakey. 
• Egg increases the flavor and binds the ingredients together. For flakey scones, use a cold egg. 
• Heavy Cream adds to the richness of the cranberry orange scones. 
• Orange Zest adds the citrus flavor!
• Almond Extract an aromatic element that is mildly sweet. It enhances other flavors as well.
• Cranberries add tartness! If your cranberries are hard and dry, you could soak them in water for 10 to 15 minutes to plump back up; make sure to thoroughly dry afterwards though. 

Ingredients for the Sweet Orange Glaze

• Powdered Sugar
• Orange Juice
• Butter

How do you make easy Cranberry Orange Scones?

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and butter. Mix just until it forms a coarse meal.
   If you’d like to use cold butter, cut into the dry ingredients with a fork or pastry blender until there are pea sized chunks of butter incorporated. 
3. Add wet ingredients and mix on low.
4. Fold in dried cranberries.
5. Knead dough on a floured surface and form into a circle about ½ inch thick.
6. Cut into 8 equal pieces and transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet, still keeping in a circle formation but leave a little room between the scones. Having the scones close together will aid in their rise in the oven. If you’d like shiny scones, brush an egg wash (egg with a little water) or extra heavy cream on top.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until they’re light, golden brown. Let rest for five minutes on a baking sheet before transferring to cool on a wire cooking rack. 
8. While the scones bake, whisk the powdered sugar, melted butter and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth and sugar is somewhat dissolved.
9. Drizzle glaze on scones after they cool down. 

How do I store these scones?

These scones are delicious the day of, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to two days. 

Can you freeze scones?

Sure can!
You could freeze the scone dough before baking in the 8 triangles in a freezer container or bag for up to two months. Place into the refrigerator to thaw overnight.
Or you could bake the scones and after they’ve cooled, place in a container and freeze for up to two months. 

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This post was originally published 11/25/15. It has been updated in format and with photos on 5/19/22.