1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 🔥

2️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. 🥄

3️⃣ Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 🧈

4️⃣ Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and orange zest. 🍒🍊

5️⃣ In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. 🍶🥚

6️⃣ Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. 🔄

7️⃣ Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and shape it into a 1-inch thick circle. 🔄

8️⃣ Use a sharp knife to cut the circle into 8 wedges and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet. 🔪

9️⃣ Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the scones are golden brown. ⏳

🔟 Allow the scones to cool on a wire rack before serving. ❄️