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Orange Marmalade, Cranberry Soda Scones. A Version of Lemonade Scones.

Orange Marmalade, Cranberry Soda Scones. A Version of Lemonade Scones.

Jan 16, 2026

The family was popping in for lunch and scones were an easy choice — everyone loves them and they are quick to make. With cream in the fridge and what I thought was lemonade, classic lemonade scones were the plan. Only later did I discover the “lemonade” was actually soda water. It was too late to turn back, so I had to improvise.

A jar of homemade orange marmalade in the pantry provided just the right balance of citrus flavour and sweetness, while a handful of cranberries went in for good measure — a must for Alice, our resident cranberry lover. The result was a batch of beautifully light, fluffy scones, dotted with flecks of orange peel and bursts of tart cranberry.

They disappeared quickly, and even the marmalade hater went back for seconds — always the true test of a good scone. 

Photo Above: Orange marmalade and cranberry scones with orange marmalade and Chantilly cream 

We love these orange marmalade scones so much that they are now our go to when we want a quick, easy scone. They are ideal for morning or afternoon tea, sharing with friends and family or anytime you want to treat yourself.

Makes: 10–12 scones

Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 12–15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups self-raising flour
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup thick cream (250ml)
  • 1 cup soda water
  • 1/3 cup orange marmalade
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • Milk or cream, for brushing

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Line a baking tray.
  2. In a large bowl, sift flour and salt.
  3. Stir through cranberries, coating lightly in flour.
  4. In a jug, gently mix cream, soda water, and marmalade.
  5. Add wet ingredients to dry and gently fold with a knife until just combined. Do not over mix.
  6. Turn onto a floured surface, bring together lightly, and pat to 3cm thick.
  7. Cut into rounds and place close together on the tray.
  8. Brush tops with milk or cream.
  9. Bake for 12–15 minutes until risen and lightly golden.

Serving Suggestion

Serve warm with citrus butter, whipped cream, or extra Citrus Direct orange marmalade.

Photo Above: Just out of the oven, Orange marmalade cranberry scones with Chantilly cream, raspberry jam and Orange Marmalade.

Citrus Tip

  • Add 1–2 teaspoons finely grated orange zest for an extra burst of fresh citrus flavour.
  • Replace the orange marmalade with lemonade marmalade. Devine!