Indulge in the Delightful Homemade Cranberry Orange Scones!

1. Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Cut in the butter: Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Whisk together the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, and orange juice.

5. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. Fold in cranberries and orange peel: Gently fold in the cranberries and candied orange peel.

7. Form and cut scones: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 8 wedges.

8. Place on baking sheet and bake: Transfer the scones to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

9. Serve and enjoy: Let the scones cool slightly before serving. Enjoy their tender texture and burst of cranberry-orange flavor!