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    Cranberry Orange Scones Starbucks Copycat Recipe

    Published: Mar 5, 2019 · Modified: Mar 26, 2024 by Candi Elm · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones have just a hint of orange and are stuffed with delicious cranberries and a drizzle of orange glaze.

    They’re a tasty treat with afternoon tea and a great quick sweet breakfast. Scones may seem intimidating to make, but I promise they’re easy and a favorite among tea lovers.

    These homemade cranberry orange scones are perfectly sweet and are a special treat to enjoy for breakfast, a snack, or at a tea party. 

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    • Why you’ll love these cranberry and orange scones
    • What you’ll need for this recipe
    • Easy Preparation Steps
    • What is the best way to eat scones?
    • Baking Tips & Notes
    • How to shape scones
    • Equipment Used in Making this Recipe
    • Favorite Related Recipes
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    • Cranberry Orange Scones Starbucks Copycat Recipe

    Why you’ll love these cranberry and orange scones

    Inspired by a discontinued Starbucks scone, just a pinch of orange zest and delicious chewy cranberries make this copycat Starbucks scone the perfect tea accompaniment.

    They’re not too sweet and include a sweet orange glaze on top. The combination of the tart cranberries with the glaze makes these orange cranberry scones super delicious.

    If you’re looking for a scones recipe without eggs, this is it. No eggs are used here. They get the perfect texture from the buttermilk and a mix of baking powder and baking soda.

    For more scone recipes and baking tips get the Ultimate collection of scone recipes.

    Plate of Cranberry Orange Scones.

    What you’ll need for this recipe

    Ingredients for Cranberry Orange Scones.
    • Butter – You’ll use cold unsalted butter. Starting with frozen butter may help the butter cubes stay cold through the process.  
    • Flour – Regular all-purpose flour is used to give these tender scones the perfect texture. 
    • Buttermilk – The buttermilk works with baking powder and baking soda to give the scones the texture you expect.
    • Cranberries – Rather than fresh cranberries, I prefer to use dried. This makes it easier to enjoy these scones year-round. 
    • Baking Powder and Baking Soda – Using a combination of these two leavening agents helps the scones rise just enough while remaining an eggless scone recipe. 
    • Salt – Just a little bit of salt is added to this easy scone recipe. It helps enhance and join the flavors. 
    • Sugar and Maple Syrup – Using both of these sweeteners helps add depth to the sweetness in these scones. 
    • Powdered Sugar, Orange Zest, and Fresh Orange Juice – Some orange zest will be used in the scones to give them their orange flavor and the rest will be mixed with the powdered sugar and orange juice to make the sweet glaze.   

    Easy Preparation Steps

    1. First, preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
    2. Next, mix your dry ingredients. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
    3. Add butter cubes to the flour mixture, and mix in with a pastry cutter until the dough becomes a coarse meal.
    4. Next, stir in buttermilk until just moistened and fold in 1/2 of dried cranberries and orange zest. 
    5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until the dough is no longer sticky.
    6. Divide the scone dough in half to form a thick circle and flatten it out with the palms of your hands. Cut into 6 triangles using a sharp knife.
    7. Take the remaining cranberries and maple syrup and combine them in a small bowl. Slice the scones in half add a spoonful of cranberries in the middle and then replace the top of the scone. Do this for both discs.
    8. Add scones to a prepared baking sheet and bake for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown. 
    9. In a separate bowl, while the scones are baking, make the glaze by mixing the remaining orange zest, the powdered sugar, and the orange juice. Let the scones cool to room temperature, then add the glaze.
    Cranberry Orange Scones holding a bite with fingers.

    What is the best way to eat scones?

    Whatever way you like to eat scones, you can make them quick and serve them at your next get-together. 

    Here are some fun serving suggestions:

    • Serve them with your favorite jam or condiment.
    • Eat them with your favorite hot tea or coffee.
    • Enjoy them alone as a snack or for breakfast. 
    • Serve them at brunch or your next afternoon tea party with tea party sandwiches.
    • I include an orange glaze for these orange cranberry scones, but you can add an orange zest clotted cream instead. An orange curd also pairs perfectly with these.

    Another fun idea, while you’re enjoying your scones, is to learn about the origin of scones and read this inspirational Teacup Story.

    Baking Tips & Notes

    • Don’t be intimidated when making scones.
    • They are simple to make. The key is not to handle for too long and make sure the butter is cold.
    • When you incorporate it into the dough make sure to have chunks or little bits of butter that you can see. This will make it lighter and more delicious. 
    • You can omit the glaze if you prefer them without. Add a dollop of clotted cream (optional) Serve with a cup of hot tea. 
    Plate of Cranberry Orange Scones with orange drizzle.

    How to shape scones

    • While the shape of scones looks difficult to make, it’s easy. Just form the dough into a thick circle and flatten it out with your hands. Then cut it like you would a pizza. 
    • You can also use this scone pan or a larger scone pan. Starbucks scones are big, but I like to make them smaller.

    Equipment Used in Making this Recipe

    • Orange Zester
    • Pastry Blender
    • Parchment Paper

    Favorite Related Recipes

    • Cranberry Orange Loaf with Orange Drizzle
    • Cranberry Orange Shortbread Cookies
    • Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice
    • Easy Strawberry Scones Recipe

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    Cranberry Orange Scones Starbucks Copycat Recipe

    These copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones have just a hint of orange and delicious cranberries with a light orange glaze. These scones are the perfect tea accompaniment. 
    4.05 from 20 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 scones
    Calories: 333kcal
    Author: Candi Elm

    Ingredients  

    • 3 1/4 Cups all purpose flour
    • 1/3 Cup sugar
    • 1 Tablespoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 3/4 Cup cold butter Cubed
    • 1 Cup buttermilk
    • 1 1/2 Cups dried cranberries , divided
    • 2 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
    • 2 teaspoon maple syrup

    Glaze

    • 1/2 Cup powdered sugar
    • 1/4 teaspoon orange zest
    • 1 Tablespoon Orange Juice

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ⅓ cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
    • Add butter cubes and mix in with a pastry blender until dough becomes coarse crumbs.
    • Stir in buttermilk until just moistened. Mix and fold in 1/2 of dried cranberries and orange zest. Mix until completely incorporated. You can use a Kitchen Aid with a dough hook. This is the easiest method.
    • Turn dough onto a lightly-floured surface and knead gently until dough is no longer sticky.
    • Divide dough in half and form into a circle and flatten out with palms of hands. Cut into 6 triangles.
    • Take remaining cranberries and maple syrup and combine in a small bowl. Slice scones in half and add a spoonful of cranberries in the middle and then replace the top of the scone. Do this for both discs.
    • Add scones to a parchment lined baking sheet.
    • Bake for 13-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
    • When cooled make the glaze and drizzle on scones on some parchment or waxed paper. Enjoy

    Notes

    Don’t be intimidated when making scones. They are simple to make. The key is not to handle for too long and make sure the butter is cold.
    When you incorporate it into the dough make sure to have chunks or little bits of butter that you can see. This will make it lighter and so delicious. 
    You can omit the glaze if you prefer them without. 
    Add a dollop of clotted cream (optional) 
    Serve with a cup of hot tea. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1scone | Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 368mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 392IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Candi Elm is the recipe developer and food photographer at A Day In Candiland where she has been sharing Encouragement, Recipes, and Afternoon Tea Ideas since 2012. Candi currently lives in Southern California with her family and enjoying life to the fullest.

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    1. Theresa @DearCreatives says

      June 04, 2014 at 5:34 am

      These were one of my favorite sconce when I worked for SB. Can’t wait to try your recipe!

      Reply
      • Candi Elm says

        June 07, 2014 at 1:40 am

        Thanks for stopping by. I hope you like them.

        Reply
    2. Shelley says

      June 04, 2014 at 6:03 am

      Yum, I love cranberry-orange scones (or almost any scone,for that matter)!

      Reply
      • Candi Elm says

        June 07, 2014 at 1:41 am

        I do too. I am glad you stopped by for a visit.

        Reply
    3. Cassie says

      June 04, 2014 at 11:40 am

      Those look so yummy!
      My recent post June Poppins Book Nook: The Great Outdoors

      Reply
      • Candi Elm says

        June 07, 2014 at 1:41 am

        Thanks Cassie.

        Reply
    4. Alexis Grace says

      June 05, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      I haven't had scones i forever! I would love a special occasion to give these a shot!!

      My recent post Wish List: Workout Wear

      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:10 pm

        They are easy and look fabulous

        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
    5. Maureen says

      June 06, 2014 at 11:25 pm

      Love these! Always a favorite at Starbucks 🙂 Perfect for Sunday brunch.
      My recent post Grilled Pizza

      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:11 pm

        Thanks for visiting Maureen. Have a great week.
        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
    6. Christie Bielss says

      June 07, 2014 at 2:19 am

      These look delicious! I've always wanted to make scones and your recipe looks easy.

      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:12 pm

        It is very easy. Thanks for stopping by.
        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
    7. Sheila says

      June 07, 2014 at 2:43 am

      I have cranberries in my pantry that I know what to do with now 🙂
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      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:12 pm

        Perfect. Now you can use those cranberries.
        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
      • Barbie says

        February 15, 2016 at 5:00 am

        Hi…I will be making these today, they look great. Two questions though, the recipe says the amount of cranberries, then divided but I don’t see this reflected in the instructions…is there something missing? And does this recipe make 8 or 16 scones? I’m not sure.

        Many thanks.

        Reply
        • Candi Elm says

          February 15, 2016 at 11:42 am

          You will divide the cranberries for the two discs of dough. You can make 8 large scones or if you use a small scone pan it makes about 12.

          Reply
          • Jen says

            November 25, 2019 at 7:18 pm

            You instruct to mix in the cranberries before you divide the dough, though.

            Reply
            • Candi Elm says

              November 26, 2019 at 5:42 am

              Yes, then the two dough balls are complete and ready to be cut into wedges to bake.

    8. Kim Smith says

      June 06, 2014 at 11:06 pm

      These look good, and will be perfect for the next planning meeting at the Garden Club.

      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:11 pm

        Thanks Kim, they would be great for your meeting.
        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
    9. @hchybinski says

      June 07, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      Yum – I love scones and this is a keeper!

      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:13 pm

        THanks for visiting.
        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
    10. Jill @ E.H.M. says

      June 07, 2014 at 5:31 pm

      Trying this recipe tomorrow!!

      Reply
      • Candi says

        June 09, 2014 at 1:14 pm

        i know you will love it.
        My recent post Copycat Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scones

        Reply
    11. Becca at It's Yummi says

      June 09, 2014 at 2:30 pm

      I stopped buying these scones because they became so expensive. I love that I can make them myself! This post has been Stumbled!
      My recent post Easy Cheesy Ranch Biscuits Recipe

      Reply
      • Candi Elm says

        June 10, 2014 at 1:02 am

        Thanks for visiting and for your stumble.

        Reply
    12. @GirlGoneMom says

      June 10, 2014 at 12:04 am

      I have never tried making scones before – now I have to give it a try. Thanks!!

      Reply
      • Candi Elm says

        June 10, 2014 at 1:03 am

        They are easy to do. Thanks for your visit.

        Reply
    13. Jaime @ MTK says

      June 12, 2014 at 8:39 am

      I've never had one of the scones at Starbucks but these sound absolutely delicious!
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      Reply
      • candielm says

        July 23, 2014 at 7:46 pm

        They are really good, but you can make your own just as easy.

        Reply
    14. Clare says

      June 12, 2014 at 11:38 am

      I've never tried cranberry orange scones but they sound really good – I'm a fan of the plain and the cheese varieties!
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      Reply
      • candielm says

        July 23, 2014 at 7:47 pm

        The orange gives it just enough flavor to really enjoy it.

        Reply
    15. kkkjk5 says

      July 21, 2014 at 6:57 am

      Those look delicious! Thanks for linking up last week to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned it to the Bloggers Brags PInterest Board.

      Reply
      • Candi says

        July 21, 2014 at 12:27 pm

        You\’re welcome, thanks for hosting the link up. I am glad you stopped by.

        Reply
      • candielm says

        July 23, 2014 at 7:48 pm

        Thanks for hosting the link up and coming over to my blog.

        Reply
    16. birdsongmanor says

      August 04, 2014 at 12:07 pm

      Oh good gosh… I need to go bake right now! Thanks for this recipe.

      Reply
    17. kidsratrip says

      November 11, 2014 at 2:54 pm

      These are my favorite scones ever. Can't wait to try these!Pinning.

      Reply
    18. Kirsten says

      February 27, 2015 at 4:14 am

      Candi,
      I had the most tender cranberry orange scones, bought on a whim, with my tea at a recent book group meeting in a local coffee shop. I never knew scones could be so light!
      These look terrific, and I think I’ll use a piece of parchment paper instead of a cookie sheet, since it’s my secret to success with pizza.
      Thanks!

      Reply
    19. pam (Sidewalk Shoes) says

      February 27, 2015 at 4:58 am

      I can’t believe I’ve never made scones, these look like a great way to start!

      Reply
    20. Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says

      February 27, 2015 at 6:31 am

      These look great! I’ve made a copycat version of their pumpkin scones, and they’re AMAZING. These are definitely on my to try list!

      Reply
    21. Cate | Chez CateyLou says

      February 28, 2015 at 1:15 pm

      I am obsessed with baked goods at Starbucks – it is a struggle to resist them. I can’t wait to try this recipe – they look delicious!

      Reply
    22. Meredith @ The Palette Muse says

      December 18, 2015 at 9:55 am

      Yum! I love cranberry orange anything, especially scones! Pinning. One question though, on my screen the amount of sugar isn’t showing up. Can you clarify?

      Reply
    23. Eileen Kelly says

      March 08, 2019 at 8:44 am

      5 stars
      We love scones! Cranberry and orange are a perfect combo! I will be making these for the family often! Great for our snacks too!

      Reply
    24. Jersey Girl Cooks says

      March 08, 2019 at 8:57 am

      5 stars
      I love scones! Orange and cranberry together is a great flavor combination.

      Reply
    25. Sarah says

      March 08, 2019 at 12:25 pm

      5 stars
      I’m going to HAVE to try these this week. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
    26. Christina says

      March 09, 2019 at 8:46 am

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe! I”ll be making it again and again!

      Reply
    27. Sandra Shaffer says

      March 09, 2019 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      The orange glaze is such a nice flavor to pair with cranberries. Not too sweet and lovely with a cup of warm tea. Thanks!

      Reply
    28. Terri says

      March 09, 2019 at 12:19 pm

      5 stars
      The cranberries along with the orange together in these scones are absolutey delicious! Will definitelymake again!

      Reply
    29. Kristin says

      March 09, 2019 at 4:40 pm

      5 stars
      I love scones! These are actually even better than the ones you buy! Thanks for the tip on how to freeze them too – that really came in handy.

      Reply
    30. Linda says

      September 12, 2020 at 4:44 pm

      4 stars
      I agree that your instructions need tweaking in a couple of places. But the scones were delicious with substituting 1 cup of craisans. I will use less sugar next time – and less maple syrup as it’s just a tad too sweet for me.

      Reply
    31. Pamela C says

      December 04, 2020 at 11:27 am

      Regarding the Cranberry Orange Scone recipe, what do you do with the 2 tsp maple syrup? The recipe does not indicate when/where to add the syrup? Thank you!

      Reply
    32. Debby says

      September 06, 2024 at 8:27 am

      Can you just add all the cranberries and zest to the mixture?

      Reply

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