Cranberry Orange Scones Recipe My Flaky Scone Secret

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or pulse in a food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and orange zest.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Gently fold in the cranberries.
7. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat the dough into a ¾-inch thick circle or rectangle.
8. Use a sharp knife or cookie cutter to cut the dough into 8 wedges or rounds.
9. Place scones on the prepared baking sheet and chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Let scones cool on a wire rack.
12. Whisk together milk/cream, orange juice, and confectioners' sugar until smooth (optional).
13. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled scones (optional).