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Cranberry Orange Sour Cream Scones

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These Cranberry Orange Sour Cream Scones are tender, buttery, and bursting with bright citrus and tart cranberries. Sour cream gives them an ultra-soft texture, while a sweet orange glaze adds the perfect finishing touch. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with tea or coffee!

Ingredients

For the Scones:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Orange Glaze:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Incorporate Butter: Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter (or fingers) to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Add Flavors: Stir in dried cranberries and orange zest.
  • Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • Shape the Dough: Transfer dough to a floured surface. Shape into a 1-inch thick disc, then cut into 8 wedges.
  • Bake: Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Make the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar and fresh orange juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled scones.

Notes

  • Use Cold Butter for extra flakiness—freeze it for 10 minutes before cutting in.
  • Fresh Cranberry Option: Swap dried cranberries for chopped fresh cranberries for a juicy tartness.
  • Customize It: Add chopped pecans or walnuts, or swap orange zest for lemon zest.
  • Storage: Store scones in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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