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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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These Scones are so tasty with the combo of chewy dried cranberries and tart fresh cranberries it's like a match made in heaven. Top them with the sweet orange glaze and a smattering of orange butter...Yum! Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour |
10 teaspoons sugar, divided |
1 1/2 tablespoons grated orange peel |
2 teaspoons baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
1/3 cup cold butter |
1/2 cup dried cranberries |
1/2 cup cranberries, chopped if desired |
1/4 cup orange juice |
1/4 cup milk or 1/4 cup half-and-half cream |
1 egg |
1 tablespoon milk |
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar |
1 tablespoon orange juice |
1/2 cup butter, softened |
1 tablespoon grated orange peel |
1 1/2 teaspoons orange juice |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, combine flour,7 teaspoons sugar, orange peel, baking powder, salt and baking soda.
2. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; set aside.
3. In a small bowl, combine dried and fresh cranberries, orange juice, cream and egg.
4. Add to flour mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
5. On a floured surface, gently knead 6-8 times.
6. Pat dough into an 8 circle.
7. Cut into 10 wedges.
8. Separate wedges and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
9. Brush with the 1 tablespoon of milk; sprinkle with remaining sugar.
10. Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
11. Combine glaze ingredients if desired; drizzle over scones.
12. Combine orange butter ingredients; serve with warm scones.
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