Leah's Made Up Blueberry Scones

Bursting with juicy blueberries and scented with a hint of zesty lemon, Leah's Made Up Blueberry Scones are the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. These easy homemade scones are made with simple pantry staples, including a touch of vanilla and a sprinkle of coarse sugar for a golden, crunchy topping. The secret to their rich, buttery texture lies in the use of cold, cubed butter and heavy cream, while fresh or frozen blueberries ensure you can whip up this delightful recipe year-round. Whether served warm with a smear of clotted cream, a drizzle of honey, or enjoyed plain, these scones are a moist, tender, and irresistibly sweet addition to your baked goods repertoire. Ready in under 35 minutes, this quick and versatile recipe will become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.

Step 3

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture and gently mix until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold the blueberries into the dough, being cautious to avoid crushing them.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round disk about 1 inch thick.

Step 8

Using a knife or bench scraper, cut the disk into 8 equal wedges and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Sprinkle the tops of the scones with the coarse sugar for a sweet, crunchy topping.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown on the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the scones to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature with butter, clotted cream, or a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(788.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2660.2

Total Fat 143.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 564.3mg	0%
Sodium 2435.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 108.1g
Protein 33.2g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 100.1mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 480.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 46.0%