Whole Grain Cranberry-Apple Scones

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Whole Grain Cranberry-Apple Scones
45 min.
12
295kcal

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Start your day on a delicious note with these Whole Grain Cranberry-Apple Scones! Perfectly suited for a morning meal, brunch, or even a delightful dessert, these scones are a wholesome treat that everyone will love. With a delightful combination of tart cranberries and sweet dried apples, each bite is bursting with flavor and nutrition.

What makes these scones truly special is their use of whole grain flours, which not only adds a nutty depth to the flavor but also packs in essential nutrients. The addition of apple juice concentrate enhances the sweetness naturally, making these scones a guilt-free indulgence. Plus, they are vegetarian-friendly, catering to a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 12 scrumptious scones that are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether you enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a delightful snack later in the day, these scones are sure to become a favorite in your household. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your loved ones with this easy and satisfying recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apple juice concentrate frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup apples dried diced
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk chilled plus more for glaze
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • cup oat flour 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 12 servings coarse sugar crystals 
  • 0.5 cup unbleached all purpose flour 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 stick)
  • 1.5 cups flour whole wheat white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine first 8 ingredients in large bowl; whisk to blend. Using back of fork, cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse meal.
  3. Add cranberries and apples and toss to distribute evenly.
  4. Whisk 1/2 cup buttermilk, juice concentrate, and egg to blend in small bowl. Gradually add buttermilk mixture to dry ingredients, tossing until evenly moistened.
  5. Turn dough out onto lightly floured work surface. Gently knead 2 or 3 turns to bind. Divide dough in half. Pat out each half to 6-inch-diameter, 3/4-inch-thick round.
  6. Cut each round into 6 wedges. Arrange scones on prepared sheet, spacing at least 1 inch apart.
  7. Brush scones with buttermilk to glaze, then sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  8. Bake scones until puffed and brown and tester inserted into centers comes out clean, about 22 minutes.
  9. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories295kcal
Protein6.54%
Fat28.8%
Carbs64.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.16
Glycemic Load
15.35
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.2917391113613%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.97kcal
14.75%
Fat:9.75g
15%
Saturated Fat:5.36g
33.47%
Carbohydrates:49.27g
16.42%
Net Carbohydrates:46.3g
16.83%
Sugar:27.11g
30.13%
Cholesterol:36.94mg
12.31%
Sodium:236.42mg
10.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.98g
9.97%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.5%
Fiber:2.97g
11.88%
Selenium:7.12µg
10.17%
Phosphorus:86.69mg
8.67%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.91%
Calcium:74.86mg
7.49%
Iron:1.24mg
6.92%
Vitamin A:276.01IU
5.52%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.27%
Magnesium:18.55mg
4.64%
Folate:15.48µg
3.87%
Copper:0.07mg
3.55%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.21%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.17%
Potassium:105.79mg
3.02%
Vitamin B3:0.54mg
2.69%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.37%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.78%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.67%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.65%
Vitamin K:1.58µg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious