Cranberry Orange Almond Biscuits with Citrus Glaze

Cranberry Orange Almond Biscuits with Citrus Glaze offer a delightful combination of tart cranberries, fresh oranges, and nutty almonds. The aromatic citrus glaze enhances the flavor, making these biscuits a wonderful choice for breakfast or a tea-time snack. With a crunchy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, they provide a textural contrast that is truly appealing. These biscuits bring together seasonal flavors, capturing the essence of a comforting homemade treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 Tbsp orange zest
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 Tbsp fresh orange juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.
3. Add the cold butter to the flour mixture and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the cranberries, orange zest, and sliced almonds.
5. Gradually pour in the buttermilk and mix until the dough comes together.
6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.
7. Cut out biscuits using a round cutter and place them on a baking sheet.
8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
9. While the biscuits bake, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice to make the glaze.
10. Drizzle the glaze over the warm biscuits and let them cool slightly before serving.

Keywords: baking, dessert, sweet treat, Biscuits, American

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