Cranberry Orange Scones #recipe @vmburns

 VMBURNS:

VMBURNS: Nothing makes my heart think cozy mystery like scones and clotted cream. While I love to bake, scones have been my Waterloo. No matter what I do, I have not managed to master the tasty treats. I freeze the butter. I try not to overwork the dough. Nothing works. However, I continue to try. 

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

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• ⅓ cup granulated sugar

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• ½ teaspoon salt

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• 1 tablespoon baking powder

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• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, grated and very cold or frozen

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• ½ cup buttermilk or heavy cream, plus more for brushing on top

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• 1 large egg

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• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

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• 1 cup fresh, or frozen cranberries

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• 1 tablespoon orange zest

GLAZE

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt and baking powder. Using a pastry blender or your hands, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk and vanilla extract. Add liquid ingredients, cranberries, and orange zest to the dry ingredients and stir until moistened, and mixture is well combined and holds together in a ball.
3. Sprinkle a small amount of flour onto parchment paper or counter. Press dough into 8 inch circle, about ¾ inch thick. Brush top with additional buttermilk.
4. Using a sharp knife, cut circle into 8 wedges. Divide triangles and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, leaving enough space for thescones to expand when cooked.
5. Place scones in refrigerator for 20 minutes. While scones chill, preheat oven to 400°F.
6. Bake scones for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice and vanilla extract – until smooth. Drizzle the tops of each scone generously with glaze. For even more orange flavor in your glaze, feel free to add orange zest as well.
8. Serve warm or let cool completely before storing.

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