Cranberry Orange Sour Cream Scones
Cranberry Orange Sour Cream Scones are a delightful treat that perfectly combines the tartness of cranberries with the refreshing zest of oranges. These flaky scones are easy to make and bring a burst of flavor to your breakfast or brunch table. With their golden crust and tender crumb, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them warm with butter or clotted cream for an indulgent experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Zest and juice of 1 large orange
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in sour cream, orange zest, and juice until just combined. Gently fold in cranberries.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead lightly, shape into a circle about 1 inch thick, and cut into wedges.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg