Chocolate Cranberry Scones

Chocolate Cranberry Scones are a delicious marriage of semi-sweet chocolate, tart cranberries and a citrusy orange glaze.

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Don't forget to freeze some of the dough so you can enjoy these any time the mood strikes!

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INGREDIENTS IN CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY SCONES

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HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE CRANBERRY SCONES

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Using a pastry blender, cut in butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Do not overwork the dough.

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In a medium bowl combine eggs, heavy cream, cranberries, chocolate and orange peel. Add egg mixture to flour mixture. Stir using a fork until just moistened.

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Turn dough onto lightly floured surface. Knead dough for 10 - 15 strokes until it is nearly smooth.

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Chocolate Cranberry Scones