Cranberry Orange Sour Cream Scones
Cranberry Orange Sour Cream Scones are a delightful combination of tart cranberries and zesty orange, nestled in a buttery, flaky texture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea, these scones are infused with moisture from sour cream, ensuring a tender crumb in every bite. They’re easy to make and sure to impress both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 scones 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your 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 until combined.
- Cut in the cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, mix sour cream, orange zest, and cranberries; fold into the flour mixture until just combined.
- Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a circle about one inch thick. Cut into wedges or desired shapes.
- Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg