Description

Indulge in the heavenly taste of homemade Blueberry Scones, perfect for brunch or afternoon tea. With a flaky texture and bursts of juicy blueberries, these scones are a delightful treat that will brighten any occasion. Just follow this simple recipe to enjoy warm, buttery goodness right from your oven.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
3/4 cup milk or heavy cream
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 large egg (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
Gently fold in blueberries. In a separate bowl, mix milk and egg (if using), then add to dry ingredients.
Stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
On a floured surface, shape dough into a circle about 1-inch thick and cut into wedges or use a round cutter.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 scone (about 75g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: For added zest, incorporate lemon peel into the dough. Store leftover scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for later use.