Low Fat Cranberry Scones

Start your day with a burst of flavor and a touch of indulgence with these Low Fat Cranberry Scones! Packed with tart, juicy cranberries and subtly sweetened with just the right amount of sugar, these scones are a guilt-free treat perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Made with low-fat yogurt, skim milk, and a minimal amount of butter, this recipe delivers a moist and tender texture without the extra calories. The simple preparation process, including a quick 15-minute prep time, means you can whip these up in no time. Enjoy them warm as they come out of the oven, or store for later to pair with your favorite tea or coffee. A wholesome blend of flavors and healthier ingredients makes these golden-brown scones the ultimate light and satisfying baked good!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
• 0.75 cup low-fat plain yogurt
• 0.25 cup skim milk
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons butter, chilled and diced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.

Step 3

Add the chilled and diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gently fold in the cranberries ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 5

In another bowl, whisk together the yogurt, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 6

Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this will make the scones tough.

Step 7

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead gently into a ball and flatten into a 1-inch thick disc.

Step 8

Using a sharp knife, cut the dough disc into 8 wedges.

Step 9

Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space in between each.

Step 10

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the scones are golden brown on top and firm when touched.

Step 11

Allow the scones to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(825.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1606.2

Total Fat 35.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 271.0mg	0%
Sodium 2349.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 278.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 75.5g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 186.5IU	0%
Calcium 488.3mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1056.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.0%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 69.3%