Oatmeal Apple Cranberry Scones
Warm, buttery, and perfectly spiced, these Oatmeal Apple Cranberry Scones are a delightful treat that strikes a balance between sweet and tart. Packed with hearty rolled oats, tender chunks of fresh apple, and chewy dried cranberries, these scones offer a rustic texture and rich flavor enhanced by a hint of cinnamon. The dough comes together effortlessly and is brushed with heavy cream for a beautifully golden finish, with the optional sprinkle of coarse sugar adding a touch of crunch. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack, these scones pair wonderfully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Ready in under 40 minutes, they're a delicious way to embrace cozy, homemade baking with seasonal and wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 medium Apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 1 Egg
- 0.33 cup Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon Coarse sugar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking powder, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork it.
Gently fold in the diced apple and dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The dough will be slightly sticky.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and gently shape it into a round disc, about 1 inch thick and 8 inches in diameter. Avoid overhandling the dough to keep the scones tender.
Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the disc into 8 equal wedges (like slicing a pizza). Carefully transfer each wedge to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart slightly.
Brush the tops of the scones with heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired for added sweetness and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and allow the scones to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your Oatmeal Apple Cranberry Scones with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 124.7 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.3 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 2714 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 408.6 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.7 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1074 mg | 23% | |
*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.
