Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1/2 cup heavy cream (plus extra for brushing)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: coarse sugar for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gently fold in the blueberries.
In a separate bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and vanilla.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix just until combined (do not overmix).
Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently form into a circle about 1-inch thick.
Cut into 8 wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush tops with a little cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Use very cold butter to achieve flaky layers.
- Avoid overmixing—this keeps the scones tender.
- If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw to prevent excess moisture.
- Chill the shaped dough for 10 minutes before baking for better rise.
Variations
- Lemon Blueberry Scones: Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest for a bright citrus flavor.
- Glazed Scones: Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze after baking.
- Whole Wheat Version: Substitute half the flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste.
- Blueberry Almond: Add 1/4 cup sliced almonds for extra crunch.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based butter and coconut cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g