Bakery-Style Cranberry Orange Scones

Bakery-Style Cranberry Orange Scones

from bakerbynature.com
40 min
8 servings

Cranberry Orange Scones are loaded with vibrant orange flavor, fresh cranberries, and topped with a sweet orange glaze! Perfect for breakfast or brunch! And one of my favorite scone recipes to make during the holiday season!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 Tablespoon orange zest, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup (4 ounces) unsalted butter, VERY cold and cut into tiny pieces
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange extract (optional but highly recommended)
  • 1 and 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, do not thaw
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • 2 Tablespoons sparkling sugar, optional
  • 1 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt, optional but recommended to cut the sweetness

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°(F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl whisk together the egg and water until well combined. 

  3. 3

    In a small bowl combine the confectioners' sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Drizzle over scones.