Apple Cranberry Scones Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Cranberry Scones

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for topping)
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• Baking Soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• Apple
• Dried Cranberries
• 1/2 cup milk (plus extra for brushing)
• White Sugar
• Ground Cinnamon

How to Make Apple Cranberry Scones

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Gently fold in the shredded apple and dried cranberries.
5. Add milk and stir until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead 8-10 times.
7. Pat the dough into two 6-inch circles.
8. Brush the tops with milk and sprinkle with granulated sugar and cinnamon.
9. Cut each circle into 6 pie-shaped wedges.
10. Place the scones onto the prepared baking sheet.
11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm with butter (optional).