Cranberry Spelt Scones Recipe

Name: Cranberry Spelt Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus a bit more for sprinkling; 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest; Seeds of one vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1 cup spelt flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 ounces unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries; A healthy dollop of yogurt (like vanilla or plain), for serving

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus a bit more for sprinkling
1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
Seeds of one vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup spelt flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 ounces unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
A healthy dollop of yogurt (like vanilla or plain), for serving

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Add the sugar, orange zest, and vanilla bean seeds to a large bowl and use your fingers to rub the zest and seeds into the sugar. Add the flours, baking powder, and salt to the bowl and whisk to combine.
3
Add the butter and use your fingers to press each cube of butter into a flat shard about the size of a quarter. Keep tossing the butter in the flour mixture to ensure that it is well coated. Stir in the cranberries.
4
Make a well in the center of the mixture add add the buttermilk and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine, but don't worry if there are a couple of dry spots. It's best to not over mix this type of dough.
5
Use your hands to knead the dough a couple of times in the bowl then turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat the dough into a circle about 1-inch tall and 7- inches wide. Use a knife to cut the dough into 8 wedges.
6
Transfer the wedges to the baking sheet, brush each one with a bit of heavy cream and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake until the scones are golden brown, 18-22 minutes. Enjoy warm with a dollop of yogurt if you'd like. These scones are best enjoyed on the day they are made.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, plus a bit more for sprinkling, 1 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest, Seeds of one vanilla bean or 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, 1 cup all purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Spelt Scones falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cranberry Spelt Scones

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