Description
A vibrant and flavorful scone combining tart cranberries and spicy jalapeños, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, halved
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños, chopped
- ⅔ cup cream cheese (optional)
- ⅓ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fold in the cranberries and jalapeños.
- In a small bowl, mix cream cheese and milk until smooth, then add to the flour mixture until combined.
- Shape the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick and cut into wedges.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Serve warm with cream cheese or jam.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Adjust jalapeños based on spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: scones, cranberry, jalapeño, appetizer, festive, baking