Spiced Cranberry Orange Scones with Pistachio Glaze

Spiced Cranberry Orange Scones with Pistachio Glaze

Yields: 8 scones Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients:

• For the scones:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 large orange, zested and juiced
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk

• For the pistachio glaze:

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon pistachio extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Cut in butter: Add the chilled diced butter to the dry ingredients and use your fingers or a pastry blender to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in cranberries and orange: Stir in the dried cranberries and orange zest.
5. Add buttermilk: Gradually add the buttermilk to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
6. Shape scones: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead for a few seconds, then pat it into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut the dough into 8 wedges using a sharp knife or a biscuit cutter.
7. Bake: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Brush the tops with orange juice and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Make the pistachio glaze: While the scones are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and pistachio extract in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in the chopped pistachios.
9. Glaze scones: Once the scones have cooled slightly, drizzle the pistachio glaze over the top.

Enjoy your warm and delicious Spiced Cranberry Orange Scones with Pistachio Glaze!