Best 12 Buttery Cranberry Scones Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of buttery cranberry scones, where the aroma of freshly baked goodness fills the air. These scones combine the classic flavors of butter and cranberries, resulting in a delightful treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a brunch, enjoying a cozy afternoon tea, or simply craving a sweet indulgence, these scones are sure to satisfy. With their tender crumb, slightly tart cranberries, and a hint of sweetness, they're a perfect balance of flavors that will leave you wanting more. So let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets to creating the ultimate buttery cranberry scones that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY SCONES



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Cranberry Scones - buttery, flaky, crumbly traditional English scones with dried cranberries. This scone recipe is the best ever, fail-proof and so easy to make.

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Baking Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold butter
3 tablespoons full milk, cold
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon coarse sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Cut the dried cranberries into smaller pieces.
  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine milk and 2 tablespoons beaten egg; add to crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in dried cranberries pieces.
  • Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Pat into a 6-in. circle.
  • Cut into eight wedges. Separate wedges and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill for 30 minutes (optional step). Brush the scones with remaining egg, sprinkle with coarse sugar and bake at 425°F (218°C) for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 73 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 13 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 8 pieces, Sodium 196 milligrams sodium, Sugar 15 grams sugar

BUTTERY CRANBERRY SCONES



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Package up the dry ingredients for these yummy scones, add a recipe card and some tea bags, and you have a charming, easy-budget gift sure to make anyone smile!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup white baking chips
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in buttermilk just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface. Add chips and cranberries, kneading about 10 times., Pat dough into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Cut into eight wedges, but do not separate. , Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 5 minutes. Remove sides of pan; cut into wedges. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts :

CRANBERRY SCONES



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A quick basic scone recipe with traditional holiday ingredients...great treat for Christmas morning! Serve warm with butter and tea!

Provided by CRISTINA GOMEZ

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup butter, chilled and diced
1 cup fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
⅓ cup white sugar
1 grated zest of one orange
½ cup chopped walnuts
¾ cup half-and-half cream
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, stir together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • In a separate bowl, toss cranberries with sugar; add to flour mixture along with orange peel and nuts. Mix lightly.
  • In another bowl, beat together cream and egg; slowly pour into dry ingredients, mixing with rubber scraper until dough forms. Knead dough 4 or 5 times, being careful not to over handle. Divide dough in half. Turn out onto lightly floured surface. Shape each half into a 6 inch circle. Cut each circle into 6 wedges. Place scones on lightly greased baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 173.6 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

BACON CRANBERRY SCONES WITH CITRUS BASIL BUTTER



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 35m

Yield 16 scones

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon (about 6 slices)
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons orange zest (from 1 large orange)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the scones: Place an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with a Silpat or parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the flour, sugar, butter, baking powder and salt until the mixture resembles a coarse meal. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl and stir in the bacon and cranberries. Gradually stir in the cream until the mixture forms a dough.
  • On a lightly floured work surface, pat dough into a 1/2-inch thick, 11-by-5-inch rectangle. Cut the rectangle into 8 squares. Cut each square into 2 triangles and place on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the cheese on the tops of the scones. Bake until the edges are golden brown, about 20 minutes. Transfer the scones to a wire rack. Cool for 30 minutes.
  • For the butter: In a small bowl, mix together the butter, basil, orange zest and salt. Serve at room temperature alongside the scones.

PUMPKIN-CRANBERRY SCONES WITH WHIPPED MAPLE BUTTER



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 scones

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/3 cup lightly packed light brown muscovado sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup very cold buttermilk
1/2 cup canned pure pumpkin
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup dried cranberries, soaked in hot water for 30 minutes and drained well
Scant 1/4 cup candied ginger, finely diced
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Pinch sea salt

Steps:

  • For the scones: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger and salt in a large bowl. Cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse meal.
  • Whisk together the buttermilk, pumpkin and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth. Add the wet mixture to the dry along with the cranberries and candied ginger. Mix until it is all just combined (do not over-mix or the scones will be tough).
  • Transfer to a lightly-floured surface and knead the dough gently 4 or 5 times. Pat the dough into a circle that is about 8 inches round and about 1 1/2 inches thick. Cut the circle in half, and then cut each half into 4 pie-shaped wedges (triangles). Place the scones on the baking sheet and brush the tops with the heavy cream.
  • Bake until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out with a few moist crumbs attached, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool on a baking rack for 15 minutes before serving.
  • For the butter: Meanwhile, combine the cream, maple syrup and sea salt in the chilled bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Whip on low speed at first, then once the mixture begins to thicken, increase the speed and whip until light and fluffy and has turned into butter. Don't over-mix the butter or it will break.

SKINNY CRANBERRY-BUTTERMILK SCONES



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42% less sat fat • 75% less cholesterol than the original recipe. Busy morning? Grab a scone, a carton of yogurt, and a piece of fruit and head out the door. Breakfast is served!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger or cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed
1/3 cup buttermilk or sour milk*
3/4 cup dried cranberries or dried currants
Buttermilk or milk
3 tablespoons rolled oats

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, stir together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
  • In a small bowl, combine egg product and the 1/3 cup buttermilk; stir in dried cranberries. Add the buttermilk mixture all at once to the flour mixture. Using a fork, stir just until moistened (some of the dough may look dry).
  • Turn out dough onto a floured surface. Quickly knead dough by gently folding and pressing for 10 to 12 strokes or until nearly smooth. Pat or lightly roll the dough into an 8-inch circle. Lightly brush top of dough with additional buttermilk or milk; sprinkle with oats, pressing gently into dough. Cut dough circle into 12 wedges.
  • Place dough wedges 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Serve warm.
  • *To make 1/3 cup sour milk, place 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar in a glass measuring cup. Add enough milk to make 1/3 cup total liquid; stir. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 scone, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

THE BEST CRANBERRY SCONES EVER



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Recipe adapted from http://www.joyofbaking.com This is our favorite scone recipe...the scones are very festive looking and very light in texture. Great for brunches! Another great thing about this recipe is that it's easy and fast! I have managed to make this recipe in the morning before going to work (and I was on time) ;)

Provided by Rosealicious Chef

Categories     Scones

Time 35m

Yield 1 large 8 inch (20 cm) scone., 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup white sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
1 lemon, zest of
1 orange, zest of
2/3-3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup sliced almonds
icing sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) and place rack in middle of oven.
  • Butter or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Cut the butter into small pieces and blend into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or two knives. The mixture should look like coarse crumbs.
  • Stir in the cranberries and mixed fruit peel, making sure not to crush the berries.
  • Add the milk and stir until just combined. Do not over mix.
  • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat the dough into a circle that is 8 inches (20cm) round and about 11/2 inches (3.75 cm) thick.
  • Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and then brush the scone with milk. Using a sharp knife, score the top of the scone into eight triangles and then sprinkle with the sliced almonds.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of the scone comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and then turn your broiler on a high setting. Sift icing sugar over the top of the scone and place under the broiler.
  • Broil for just a few seconds, until the sugar has melted and turns golden brown. Make sure to watch the scone carefully as the sugar will burn very quickly!
  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • Enjoy!

CRANBERRY BUTTERMILK SCONES



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In Bend, Oregon, Loraine Meyer bakes these light, fluffy scones that are loaded with dried cranberries and topped with cinnamon-sugar. "I take them to breakfast meetings, serve them at brunches, and share them with neighbors and friends," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Brunch     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup cold butter
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 tablespoon whole milk
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda; cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in the buttermilk just until combined. Fold in the cranberries and orange zest. , Turn onto a floured surface; divide dough in half. Pat each half into a 6-in. circle. Cut each circle into six wedges. Separate wedges and place 1 in. apart on a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush with milk. Combine the cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over scones. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HEAVENLY CRANBERRY SCONES



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A delightful and easy recipe for scones. This is a bit unusual because it doesn't require milk or egg. The result is a lovely and light scone that's so good it's heavenly!

Provided by Lindsay

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Scone Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
½ cup vanilla yogurt
½ cup fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a mixing bowl. Cut in cold butter with 2 knives or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in yogurt, then cranberries.
  • Form dough into a ball and place on the prepared baking sheet. Pat down into a 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch thick circle. Sprinkle with sugar and cut into 8 segments.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are slightly crisp and top is browned, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and redefine the cut marks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 245.6 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

CRANBERRY SCONES



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Make and share this Cranberry Scones recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Muddyboots

Categories     Scones

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups flour
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vanilla chips or 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbles. Stir in buttermilk , mix until moistened. Turn on floured surface . Add chips and cranberries kneading into dough.
  • Pat into greased 9 in springform pan. Cut into eight wedges,but do not separate. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 inutes or until golden brown. I found I had to cook a little longer. Cool 5 minutes. Remove sides and cut into 8 wedges. Yield 8 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.4, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 430.9, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 13.9, Protein 4.8

FLAKY CRANBERRY SCONES



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Crunchy on the outside and soft and tender on the inside, these scones studded with dried cranberries and lemon zest couldn't be more satisfying. They're also the ideal make-ahead treat, as the pastries have the best shape when baked from frozen. This recipe comes from Rose Levy Beranbaum's " Rose's Baking Basics."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup heavy cream
2 1/3 cups bread flour, preferably Gold Medal
1/4 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder, only an aluminum free variety
3/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 tablespoon, loosely packed, finely grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch cubes and refrigerated at least 30 minutes
1/3 cup dried cranberries, cut in half
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with rack in center. Line a 9-by-2-inch round cake pan with plastic wrap; line a baking sheet, preferably insulated, or a double layer of two baking sheets with parchment. Whip cream just until soft peaks form; refrigerate.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest. Add butter cubes and, using a fork, toss to coat it with flour. Press butter cubes between your fingers to form very thin flakes. Stir in cranberries. Make a well in center. Pour whipped cream and honey into well; using a silicone spatula, stir flour mixture into cream mixture until ingredients are moistened.
  • Lightly knead dough in bowl just until it holds together. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead a few times until dough is a little stretchy and can be shaped into a smooth disk.
  • Press dough evenly into prepared pan (or shape dough into a 9-inch disk, 3/4 inch thick, without using pan). Press in any loose cranberries. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to overnight.
  • Lift out disk of dough using plastic wrap. Using a sharp knife, cut disk into 8 even wedges. Transfer to prepared sheet, spaced 2 inches apart. (Alternatively, wrap wedges individually and freeze.)
  • Bake 10 minutes, then rotate sheet and continue baking until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes more. (If baking frozen scones, bake 20 minutes, then rotate sheet, cover loosely with foil, and continue baking 10 minutes more.)
  • Transfer sheet to a wire rack. Using a pancake turner, transfer scones to another wire rack; let cool until warm or room temperature. Scones will be slightly moist. If you prefer a more traditional, drier scone, let sit, uncovered, overnight. Scones can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days or frozen up to 3 months.

CRANBERRY SCONES



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Fresh orange and cranberries partner in sweet coffeeshop scones.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups Gold Medal™ self-rising flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
1 egg
1/3 to 1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange peel

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease large cookie sheet with shortening or cooking spray. In large bowl, stir together flour, granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon orange peel. Cut in 1/2 cup butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cranberries.
  • In 1-cup measuring cup, beat egg well. Add buttermilk to make 2/3 cup. Add to flour mixture; stir gently with fork until dry particles begin to cling together. (Do not add more liquid. Mixture may be crumbly.)
  • On lightly floured surface, gently press dough together to form ball. Divide dough in half. Place both halves on cookie sheet; flatten each into 6-inch round. With floured knife or pizza cutter, cut each into 8 wedges. Separate wedges slightly, about 1/2 inch apart.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on cookie sheet 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix orange butter ingredients until well blended. Serve warm scones with orange butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a tart and juicy flavor that is perfect for scones.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing the dough will make the scones tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the dough will help the scones to rise evenly.
  • Bake the scones until they are golden brown. The scones should be baked until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

Buttery cranberry scones are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast treat. They are perfect for a weekend brunch or a holiday party. With their tart and juicy cranberries and their buttery, flaky texture, these scones are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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