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Blueberry Scones Recipe

These Blueberry Scones are fluffy, buttery, and bursting with blueberries! Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter diced
  • 1 large egg cold, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream for brushing
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon coarse/raw sugar for topping
  • 2/3 cup powdered sugar
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice more as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and fine sea salt.
  3. Add the diced cold unsalted butter to the dry mixture and cut in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In another bowl, combine the lightly beaten egg, cold heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract. Whisk until blended.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  7. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and shape it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into 8 wedges.
  8. Place the scones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, brush with cream, and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  10. While baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice for the glaze.
  11. Once baked, cool the scones and drizzle the glaze over them.

Notes

  • Store leftover scones in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To reheat, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.