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Healthy Cranberry Orange Scones

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 scones
Calories 210
Enjoy these light and flavorful scones packed with fresh cranberries and zesty orange, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

Dried and wet ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups white whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp orange zest (about 1 large orange)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup fresh cranberries, diced
  • 2 tsp nonfat milk

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and orange zest. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add yogurt, honey, orange juice, and vanilla; stir just until combined. Fold in cranberries.
  • Shape dough into a ¾-inch thick circle on the baking sheet. Brush with milk and cut into 8 wedges, but do not separate.
  • Bake for 18-21 minutes until golden. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt.
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cranberry, healthy, Orange