Cranberry-Infused Cornbread Scones
These delightful Cranberry-Infused Cornbread Scones are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tangy dried cranberries folded into a tender, buttery cornbread dough. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack with your favorite tea or coffee, these scones will bring warmth and comfort to your table. With a golden-brown crust and a soft, crumbly interior, each bite is a delightful celebration of textures and tastes. Share these with friends and family or enjoy them on your own; they’re sure to become a beloved favorite!
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
cornmeal
1/2 cup
sugar
1/3 cup
baking powder
1 tablespoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
butter
1/3 cup (cold and cubed)
milk
2/3 cup (whole)
ocean spray craisins original dried sweetened cranberries
3/4 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
2
Grease a large baking sheet with butter or line it with parchment paper.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly mixed.
4
Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the cold butter into the flour mixture until you achieve coarse crumbs resembling small peas.
5
Pour the milk into the mixture and stir gently with a fork just until a sticky dough begins to form; be careful not to overmix.
6
Gently fold in the sweetened dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Lightly flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it. Knead the dough gently about 10 times until it comes together; avoid over-kneading.
8
Shape the dough into a ½-inch thick circle and use a 2½-inch biscuit cutter to cut out individual scones, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 14 to 18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top.
10
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm but can also be stored at room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cranberry-Infused Cornbread Scones?
They are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors featuring tangy dried cranberries in a tender, buttery cornbread dough.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
How do I prepare the baking sheet?
Grease a large baking sheet with butter or line it with parchment paper.
Which dry ingredients are mixed first?
Whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly mixed.
How should the butter be prepared?
Use 1/3 cup of cold butter that has been cubed before cutting it into the flour mixture.
What texture should the butter and flour mixture have?
The mixture should achieve coarse crumbs resembling small peas.
What tool should I use to mix the butter?
You can use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients.
How should the milk be added?
Pour the milk into the mixture and stir gently with a fork just until a sticky dough begins to form.
What type of milk is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of whole milk.
When do I add the cranberries?
Gently fold in the sweetened dried cranberries after the sticky dough begins to form.
What brand of cranberries is mentioned?
The recipe suggests using Ocean Spray Craisins Original Dried Sweetened Cranberries.
How much cornmeal is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of cornmeal.
Is the flour prepared in any specific way?
The recipe specifies 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How do I handle the dough on the surface?
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently about 10 times.
Why should I avoid over-kneading the dough?
Avoiding over-kneading ensures the scones remain tender and come together properly without becoming tough.
How thick should the dough circle be?
Shape the dough into a circle that is 1/2-inch thick.
What size cutter should I use for the scones?
Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out the individual scones.
How long do the scones need to bake?
Bake the scones for 14 to 18 minutes.
How can I tell when the scones are finished baking?
The scones are done when they are golden brown on top.
Should the scones be cooled before serving?
Allow them to cool slightly before serving; they are best enjoyed warm.
Can these scones be stored?
Yes, they can be stored at room temperature.
What is the texture of the interior?
The scones have a soft and crumbly interior.
How much sugar is used?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of sugar.
How much baking powder is required?
You will need 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
What is the salt measurement for this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are a total of 8 ingredients.
Are these scones suitable for brunch?
Yes, they are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.
What beverage pairs well with these scones?
They are perfect with your favorite tea or coffee.
What category do these scones fall into?
They are categorized under scones, cornbread, and breakfast/brunch baking.
How many cranberries are included?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of sweetened dried cranberries.