Cranberry-Walnut Scones Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400���F (200���C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
• STEP 3.Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
• STEP 4.Stir in the dried cranberries and chopped walnuts.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
• STEP 6.Add the buttermilk mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• STEP 7.Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it comes together.
• STEP 8.Shape the dough into a circle about 1-inch thick and cut it into 8 wedges.
• STEP 9.Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with a little buttermilk.
• STEP 10.Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
• STEP 11.Serve the Cranberry-Walnut Scones warm with butter or your favorite jam.