Description
Delicious scones with cranberries and pistachios, perfect for breakfast or tea time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp cold butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cranberries and pistachios.
- In a separate bowl, whisk cream, egg, and vanilla.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry, mixing just until combined.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep scones tender.
- Use cold butter for flaky texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British