Cranberry Orange Scones (5 Ingredients)
Who knew that Orange Cranberry Scones can be this easy and made with just five ingredients? You'll be amazed at how quickly you can have them on your table!
Ingredients
For the Scones
- 2¼ cups Baking Mix like Pioneer, Bisquick or Jiffy
- ¾ cup orange juice
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- ⅜ cup dried cranberries equals 6 Tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
For the Glaze
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 Tablespoons orange juice
Instructions
For the Scones
- Mix the baking mix and sugar together in a bowl.
- Stir in the orange juice and zest just until blended.
- Gently fold in the cranberries.
- Put the dough onto a board that has been lightly floured and knead 3-4 times, or just enough to ensure all ingredients are well blended.
- Pat dough down to about ½ inch thick and shape into a circle or disc, approximately 8 inches across.
- Cut with a sharp knife or a bench scraper into 8 wedges and place the wedges on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Chill for 15 minutes.
- Bake 12-14 minutes at 425 degrees, or until lightly browned.
- If glazing, let cool 2-3 minutes before adding glaze. Serve warm.
For the Glaze
- Mix all ingredients in a small bowl until well blended.
Notes
- Additional baking mix or all purpose flour can be used to flour the surface.
- Mini scones can be made by dividing dough in half and rolling each into a 5-6 inch disc and then cut into 6 wedges.
- Sanding sugar or coarse sugar may be sprinkled on scones before baking.
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