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Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones Copycat Recipe
Enjoy these delicious homemade cranberry orange scones that mimic the popular Starbucks treat, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2.5 cups all purpose flour
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped (leave a few whole)
- Zest from one orange, divided orange zest (reserve 2 teaspoons for glaze)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tablespoons orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients and 2 teaspoons orange zest. Cut in butter until coarse crumbs form.
- Add buttermilk and stir until a soft dough forms. Fold in cranberries.
- Shape dough into a 10-inch circle, cut into wedges, and place on baking sheet. Brush with beaten egg.
- Bake for 13-16 minutes, then cool slightly. Mix powdered sugar, orange juice, and remaining orange zest to make glaze. Drizzle over scones.
Notes
For best results, handle dough gently to keep scones tender.