Description
Delicious and easy-to-make cranberry almond scones perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cranberries and almonds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and almond extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a circle about 1 inch thick.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is cold for the best texture.
- You can use fresh cranberries if preferred, but adjust sugar accordingly.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg