How to Make Cranberry Orange Wheat Scones - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly magical about the combination of cranberry and orange, especially when baked into a delicious scone. The tartness of the cranberries perfectly complements the bright citrus flavor of the orange, creating a truly irresistible flavor profile. Add in the nutty and slightly sweet taste of wheat flour, and you have a scone that is both hearty and indulgent.

These Cranberry Orange Wheat Scones are perfect for a cozy weekend morning or as an afternoon treat with a cup...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ⅓ cups whole wheat flour
  • ½ cup wheat germ
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries (i.e. Craisins®)
  • 2 tablespoons grated orange zest
  • 1 egg
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ¼ cup orange juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 15 scones

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the whole wheat flour, wheat germ, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Mix in shortening until everything looks crumbly. Stir in the cranberries and orange zest. In a separate bowl, stir together the egg, milk and orange juice. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir until dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead briefly to get the dough to hold together. Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness and cut into circles with a biscuit cutter. Place scones 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the tops and bottoms are golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm.
  • Nutrition

    192 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 297mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 101mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 151mg