Chocolate Orange Cranberry Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Mix-ins
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1/2 cup dried cranberries
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1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1 teaspoon orange extract
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Zest of 1 orange (optional, for extra flavor)
→ For Finishing
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1 egg (for egg wash)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Stir in the dried cranberries and chocolate chips.
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In a separate bowl, combine the heavy cream, orange extract, and orange zest (if using).
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly crumbly but hold together.
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Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times until it comes together. Pat the dough into a circle about 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter to cut out individual scones.
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Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the scones are lightly golden on top.
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Let the scones cool on a wire rack. Enjoy them warm, perhaps with a drizzle of melted chocolate or an orange glaze.