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Cranberry Pine Nut Scones

Cranberry Pine Nut Scones

Create a new tradition of baking fresh scones at home with this foolproof recipe.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream, plus extra for brushing
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Instructions

  1. Oven Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until it looks like coarse crumbs.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Create the Dough: Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in the cranberries and pine nuts.
  6. Shape and Cut: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently, form into a 1-inch thick round disk, and cut into 8 wedges.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, brush with heavy cream, and sprinkle with sugar.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let the scones cool on a wire rack before serving.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes