Description
Make these easy air fryer cranberry orange scones for a quick and delicious breakfast or snack. They are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with tangy cranberries and zesty orange flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cranberries and orange zest.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the scones tender.
- For extra sweetness, drizzle with orange glaze after baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: air fryer scones, cranberry orange scones, easy breakfast recipe