Infused Cranberry Orange Scones (A Flaky, Low-Dose Fall Bake)

Bright orange zest, tart cranberries, and a flaky, buttery crumb make these infused cranberry orange scones a perfect low-dose treat for crisp fall mornings. This recipe is written for adults 21+ in places where cannabis is legal, and it is built around a measured, low-and-slow approach.

Key takeaways

• Makes 12 scones at roughly 6–7 mg THC each (with 1/2 cup cannabutter at about 80 mg THC total).
• Keep the cannabutter cold for the flakiest texture.
• Effects can take 30–90 minutes, so start with half a scone and wait.
• Label and store away from kids and pets.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold cannabutter, cubed (about 80 mg THC total; adjust to your potency)
• 3/4 cup dried cranberries
• Zest of 2 oranges
• 2/3 cup cold heavy cream, plus 1 tablespoon for brushing
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar + 2–3 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Rub the orange zest into the dry mix with your fingers.
3. Cut in the cold cannabutter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces. Stir in the cranberries.
4. Whisk the cream, egg, and vanilla, then fold into the dry mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Pat the dough into a 1-inch-thick circle on a floured surface and cut into 12 even wedges.
6. Place on the baking sheet, brush with cream, and chill 10 minutes.
7. Bake 15–18 minutes until golden. Cool 10 minutes.
8. Whisk the glaze and drizzle over the warm scones.

Dosing and safety

Start low and go slow: try half a scone (about 3 mg) and wait at least two hours before having more. Effects can take 30–90 minutes to appear and may last several hours. Stir the dough well so the infused butter is evenly distributed, since uneven mixing means uneven doses. Label these clearly, store them securely away from kids and pets, and never drive or operate machinery after consuming. This is not medical advice. Cannabis is for adults 21+, so follow your local laws.

Frequently asked questions

How much THC is in each infused scone?

With 1/2 cup of cannabutter containing about 80 mg THC total, a batch of 12 scones works out to roughly 6–7 mg each. Your actual number depends on your cannabutter’s potency, so calculate it for your own batch.

How long do infused scones take to kick in?

Edibles can take 30 to 90 minutes to take effect, sometimes longer. Wait at least two hours before having another.

Can I make these with canna-oil instead of cannabutter?

Yes. Swap the cold cannabutter for chilled, solidified coconut-based canna-oil, though the texture will be slightly less flaky.

How should I store infused scones?

Keep them in a labeled, airtight container in a spot that is out of reach of kids and pets. They keep 2 days at room temperature or up to 3 months frozen.

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