Orange Cranberry Biscuits

Orange Cranberry Biscuits - A Delicious and Easy Recipe
Looking for a delicious and easy recipe for Orange Cranberry Biscuits? Look no further! These biscuits are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. They are made with fresh orange zest and dried cranberries, giving them a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to please.

Ingredients (makes 12 biscuits):

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 3/4 cup milk

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure your butter is cold before you start mixing the dough. This will help the biscuits rise and become flaky.
- Don't overwork the dough. Mix it just until it comes together, then stop. Overworking the dough can make the biscuits tough.
- Use a sharp biscuit cutter to cut the dough. This will help the biscuits rise evenly.

Cooking Process:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the dried cranberries and orange zest.
5. Add the milk and stir until the dough comes together.
6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it gently a few times.
7. Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter to cut out 12 biscuits.
8. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
9. Serve warm with butter and jam.
Appearance and Taste:
These Orange Cranberry Biscuits are a beautiful golden brown color with flecks of orange zest and cranberries throughout. They are light and fluffy on the inside with a slightly crispy exterior. The sweet and tangy flavor of the orange and cranberries is perfectly balanced with the buttery biscuit. These biscuits are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them!
Type of Dish: Breakfast Biscuits
Main Ingredients: Flour, Butter, Cranberries