Dried Cranberry, Walnut, and Lemon Scones

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Delightful Dried Cranberry, Walnut, and Lemon Scones for a perfect breakfast treat
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice , divided
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chilled unsalted butter , diced
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup chilled half-and-half , divided ( or more if needed )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
536
Sugar
32g
Fat
29g
Dried Cranberry, Walnut, and Lemon Scones are a mouthwatering breakfast treat that is easy to make from scratch at home. The scones are loaded with dried cranberries, walnuts, and lemon zest, giving them a unique sweet and tangy flavor. These scones are perfect for serving guests and family, and you can enjoy them with your morning coffee or tea. The butter makes them fluffy and tender, and the lemon juice gives them a delightful tang. Best served warm and fresh out of the oven, these scones are sure to become one of your breakfast favorites.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.Whisk together 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a bowl until sugar is dissolved and set aside.
3.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, lemon peel, and salt until combined.
4.Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut in butter until mixture is coarse and crumbly.
5.Stir in cranberries, walnuts, and remaining sugar until well combined.
6.Gradually add 1/4 cup half-and-half, stirring until dough forms and adding additional half-and-half as needed.
7.On a lightly floured surface, knead dough lightly until it holds together.
8.Pat dough out into an 8- to 9-inch round.
9.Cut dough into 8 wedges.
10.Transfer scones to a large baking sheet, spacing them apart.
11.Brush with the reserved lemon juice mixture.
12.Bake until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes.
13.Serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

These scones are fluffy, tender, and full of tangy cranberries and crunchy walnuts.

They are perfect for breakfast or brunch and can be made fast and easily.

CONS

These scones are high in calories, fat, carbs, and sugar.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cranberries in these scones are a great source of vitamin C and dietary fiber, which can help support the immune system and improve digestion. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health and brain function.

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