Blueberry Scones

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Golden, flaky blueberry scones with a hint of lemon, perfect for breakfast or tea, offering a sweet-tart berry flavor in every bite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 3 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. baking powder
  • 3/4 Tbsp. salt
  • 6 Tbsp. cold butter
  • 1 1/2 c. blueberries
  • 1 Tbsp. grated lemon
  • 1/3 c. heavy cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • extra cream and sugar for the top of scones

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and place a rack in the center.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gently fold in the blueberries and grated lemon zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and lightly beaten eggs.
  6. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times to bring it together.
  8. Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch thick.
  9. Cut the dough into wedges or rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  10. Brush the tops with extra cream and sprinkle with sugar.
  11. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  12. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

574 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.2g 14% DV
Total Fat 34.3g 44% DV
Carbs 66.3g 24% DV
Fiber 2.2g 8% DV
Sugar 7g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12439.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 484mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 155.3mg 52% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 314.3mcg 35% DV
Vitamin C 10.5mg 12% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1608.5mg 100% DV
Iron 6.8mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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