Cranberry Orange Scones

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend (with xanthan gum)
• 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 8 tablespoons Cold Unsalted Butter, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons Orange Zest
• 3/4 cup Dried Cranberries
• 1 Large Egg
• 1/2 cup Orange Juice
• 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream
• 1 tablespoon Turbinado Sugar (for sprinkling)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Stir in the orange zest and dried cranberries.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and orange juice.

6. 6

   Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

7. 7

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface (using gluten-free flour). Gently pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle.

8. 8

   Cut the circle into 8 wedges.

9. 9

   Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with heavy cream and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.

10. 10

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.