Cranberry Scones

By AnneS

MAKES JUST 4 SCONES

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 Tablespoons 2% milk
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse sugar

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in the butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine milk and 2 Tablespoons beaten egg; add to crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in cranberries.
2. Turn onto a floured surface; knead gently 6-8 times. Pat into a 6" circle, cut into 4 wedges. Separate wedges and place on a baking sheet coated with Pam. Brush with remaining egg; sprinkle with coarse sugar.
3. Bake at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.