A soft and rich blueberry scones recipe – the perfect treat for breakfast.
When I left the corporate world and decided to become financially independent, no one mentioned it would mean working all the time. Weekends, holidays, it doesn’t matter. Ok, maybe they did mention it, and maybe I just chose not to listen. I have that habit sometime. The thing is, no matter how much I try my best to be work-free on the weekends, it’s very very hard, and last weekend I realized that as much as I constantly blame the amount of work for it, it’s really me I should be blaming.
Long story short, the weather was so crazy that I lost internet. When I realized it, I instantly freaked out. What would happen if I didn’t reply to emails for one full day?! So I did everything I could to fix it (e.g., calling other people and asking them to fix it). They all said it’s pointless and nothing could be done yet. After hours of frustration, I realized I had no other choice than to accept it, so I let it go. It turned out though, that I loved being offline for a while. Who knew that a bit of boredom could mean so much relaxation? Spending time alone with Erez, without my iPhone looming over us, is fun! And you know what? After 2 days off work, everything went right back to normal. The world did not come to an end! That was a big lesson for me, but let’s see how long I can keep with it.
How to Make Blueberry Scones
With lots of spare time on my hands, I made this dreamy blueberry scones recipe. I added some lemon zest as well, after considering the joy this cake brought to my family. They are crumbly and soft on the inside, yet crispy on the edges, and they have just the right level of sweetness. They’re wonderfully rich thanks to the butter and heavy cream. In fact, this is one of my favorite scone batters to go with any add-ins.
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All About Blueberries
When using fresh blueberries, pick only the best ones, avoiding any squashed berries that might bleed into the batter. Once added, work the dough gently to avoid crushing them. This may be inevitable and you may have some bleeding spots, but I find it harmless. If using frozen berries, add them unthawed, straight from the freezer, to reduce the chance of bleeding.
Tips for the Perfect Blueberry Scone
- If the dough doesn’t come together easily or if it’s too dry and crumbly, add a bit of water. If the dough is too wet and sticky, making it hard to handle, add a bit of flour. Try not to overwork the dough much, though, because the less mixing you do, the softer the scones will be.
- Make sure you sieve the flour and baking powder into your bowl. This means that the two will be well mixed together, which gives you a better chance of an even rise.
- Use cold ingredients to make the dough easier to work with. I place both the flour and sliced butter in the freezer for 15 minutes and use cold eggs and cream as well.
The Perfect Cut
There are two common methods for cutting scones. The first is traditional rounds, which are made by patting the dough into a ¾-inch thick circle, then cut out pieces using a biscuit cutter. This method will leave you with some extra dough that you’ll then need to press back into another piece and repeat the process. The second method (the one I’m using) feels quicker and easier and leaves you with no leftover dough. Simply tap the dough into a circle, then cut it into 8 wedges, like a pizza. This yields 8 large scones. For 12 smaller blueberry scones, you can cut the dough into two, then pat each half into a circle and cut into 6 wedges. The only rule is that each circle should always be ¾-inch thick.
I love that these blueberry scones are perfect for a mid-day treat, a late evening sweet, or paired with a hot tea for a sweet breakfast. Let us know in the comments how you enjoy your sweet scone!
Don’t forget to check out more sweet recipes like these Baked Apple Cider Donuts and these oh so sweet Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins.

Blueberry Scones Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons (75g/2.6 oz.) granulated sugar
- 2-3 teaspoons grated lemon zest (optional)
- 2 cups (280g/10 oz.) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (115g/1 stick) very cold butter, cut into ¼-inch pieces
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, plus 1 tablespoon (for brushing the tops)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed)
- Coarse/turbinado/demerara sugar , for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400F/200C. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, toss together sugar and lemon zest. Add flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar, and whisk to combine. Cut in butter using a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Alternately, you can pulse the ingredients in a food processor. Having uneven pieces of butter throughout is ok. Gently stir in blueberries until coated with flour.
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In a small bowl, whisk together egg, ½ cup heavy cream, and vanilla extract, then add it to the flour mixture. Gently toss with a rubber spatula until dough begins to form. Don’t over mix. Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead gently, about 5-6 times, until a ball forms. The dough might be slightly sticky. Pat dough into a 9-inch (22 cm) circle, about ¾-inch thick, and cut into 8 even wedges.
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Place scones on prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with a bit of heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the scone comes out clean. Transfer baking sheet to a wire rack and allow to cool for 10 minutes. While scones are still hot, sprinkle again with coarse sugar for extra crunchiness.
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Scones are delicious either warm or at room temperature.
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Scones are best eaten the same day they are made, but they can be frozen for up to 1 month.
Stacey says
can you substitute milk for the heavy cream?
Shiran says
Hi Stacey, it is possible to replace the cream with milk, but it will change both the taste and texture of the scones and you’ll end up with a different result. The cream adds an amazing flavor, richness and tenderness. If you still want to try it with milk you might need to use less than 1/2 cup. Start with 1/3 cup, then add more as needed until a dough begins to form.
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says
You know when you can tell something is perfect just by looking at it?? That’s how these look, perfectly crisp on the outside, yet soft and sweet on the inside.
Shiran says
Thank you Nicole! They are exactly as you described!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
What beautiful scones! I just made a batch of mixed berry scones last week and loved them so I have to try out your blueberry recipe Shiran. Pinned!
Shiran says
Thank you Thalia! 🙂
Winnie says
אני גיליתי שזה ממש כייף להתנתק מהאינטרנט מדי פעם, והאמת שאנחנו עשים את זה לפחות פעם בשבוע – בשבת 🙂
אבל אני אוהבת גם מדי פעם להתנתק באמצע השבוע, להיכנס למטבח ולהנות
בלי מיילים והטרדות
גם לאחר מכן אני צריכה לענות על מיליון מיילים
הסקונס נראים נהדר ואני כבר לא זוכרת מתי אכלתי אפילו משהו דומה לזה
אני רק ואיפה השגת בלוברייז פה?
יאווו אני רוצה גם
Shiran says
When I’m in the kitchen, I don’t like to answer my phone either! It’s my private zone 🙂 Tiv Taam currently sells fresh blueberries! I was surprised too 🙂
Quynh says
What an incredible recipe! I didn’t have the coarser type of sugar so I ended up using powdered sugar to lightly dust the top at the end and it was just as delicious. I love that it’s not too sweet! I didn’t have a flour sifter, so I did my best by hand, but it came out just as fluffy on the inside. This scone actually converted my best friend, who up until now had always regarded all scones as “chalky.” But she gave these a “10/10” and called it “the best scones I’ve ever had.” Thank you so much for the recipe! It will be my secret weapon dessert from now on!