Delicious and festive Cranberry Eggnog Scones

Indulge in the perfect blend of tart cranberries and creamy eggnog flavors with these delightful scones. Perfect for a holiday brunch or as a sweet treat with your afternoon tea, these scones will surely impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup eggnog
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the dried cranberries.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggnog, egg, and vanilla extract.
6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
7. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it gently a few times until it comes together.
8. Shape the dough into a circle and cut it into 8 wedges.
9. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Let the scones cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!

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