Super Sweets

Cranberry Pecan Scones

Ingredients

• 2 c. all-purpose flour
• 1/3 c. sugar
• 2 t. baking powder
• 1/2 t. salt
• 1/2 c. cold butter or margarine
• 2 eggs
• 3 T. orange juice
• 1 t. vanilla extract
• 1/2 t. grated orange peel
• 1/2 c. chopped fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
• 1/2 c. chopped pecans
• 1 egg white
• 1/2 t. water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. In another bowl, beat the eggs, orange juice, vanilla, and orange peel. Add to the flour mixture along with the cranberries and pecans. Stir just until moistened.
3. Pat the dough into a 6 1/2-inch circle on a greased baking sheet. Combine the egg white and water, brush over the dough. Cut into eight wedges (do not separate).
4. Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.