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Blueberry Scones

The Best Blueberry Scones Recipe for a Cozy Morning

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These Bakery-Style Blueberry Scones are the ultimate breakfast treat. They’re incredibly tender, buttery, and bursting with juicy blueberries, finished with a perfectly crisp, sugary top. This easy recipe is foolproof and guaranteed to become a weekend favorite.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 scones 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

  • 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar

  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ cup (1 stick / 113g) cold unsalted butter, cubed

  • ½ cup (120ml) cold heavy cream, plus more for brushing

  • 1 large cold egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries (or frozen, do not thaw)

  • Coarse sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  3. Cut In Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with a few pea-sized butter pieces remaining.

  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the cold heavy cream, cold egg, and vanilla extract.

  5. Form Dough: Pour the wet ingredients over the flour-butter mixture. Gently stir with a fork until just combined and a shaggy dough begins to form. Carefully fold in the blueberries, trying not to break them.

  6. Knead & Shape: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead and press the dough together until it just holds its shape (do not overwork it!). Pat the dough into a 7-inch circle, about 1-inch thick.

  7. Cut: Use a sharp knife or bench scraper to cut the circle into 8 equal wedges.

  8. Chill: Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet, at least 2 inches apart. Brush the tops lightly with heavy cream and sprinkle generously with coarse sugar. Place the entire baking sheet in the freezer for 15 minutes to chill.

  9. Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on top and cooked through. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Butter & Cream: Keeping your butter and cream cold is the most critical step for achieving flaky, tall scones.

  • Frozen Berries: If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding to the dough to prevent discoloration.

  • Handling: The less you handle the dough, the more tender your scones will be. It’s okay if the dough seems a little crumbly before chilling.

  • Storage: Store completely cooled scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 scone
  • Calories: 325 kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg