Low Fat Cranberry Scones
Start your morning on a bright and indulgent note with these Low Fat Cranberry Scones—a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Bursting with tart cranberries and subtly sweetened with just a touch of sugar, these scones are made with wholesome, low-fat yogurt and skim milk to keep the texture tender while cutting down on unnecessary fat. The use of chilled butter ensures a flaky bite, while a hint of vanilla adds a warm, aromatic touch. Perfectly golden and lightly crisp on the outside, these scones are easy to prepare in under 40 minutes and make a delightful treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a low-fat baked good that's as delicious as it is wholesome. Keywords: low fat cranberry scones, healthy scone recipe, easy cranberry scones, low-fat baking recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 0.75 cup low-fat plain yogurt
- 0.25 cup skim milk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter, chilled and diced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Add the chilled and diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gently fold in the cranberries ensuring they are evenly distributed.
In another bowl, whisk together the yogurt, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this will make the scones tough.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead gently into a ball and flatten into a 1-inch thick disc.
Using a sharp knife, cut the dough disc into 8 wedges.
Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space in between each.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown on top and firm when touched.
Allow the scones to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 271 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 2350 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 278.5 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.5 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1057 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
