Starbucks Blueberry Scones

These Starbucks-style blueberry scones are soft, buttery, and filled with juicy blueberries. They have a golden, slightly crispy top and a tender inside. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or with a cup of coffee!

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Ingredients Needed:

• ½ cup fresh blueberries
• 1⅓ cup all-purpose flour 
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1½ tablespoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoons salt
• 1¾ cups heavy cream
• sanding sugar 

How To Make Blueberry Scones?

1. Preheat the oven: Set the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the blueberries: Rinse them, pat them dry, and toss them with a little flour to prevent them from sinking into the dough.
3. Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
4. Add heavy cream: Measure 1¾ cups heavy cream, setting aside 2 tablespoons for brushing. Pour the rest into the flour mixture and gently mix until the dough collides.
5. Fold in blueberries: Add the floured blueberries to the dough, mixing gently to avoid crushing them. Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
6. Shape the scones: Divide the dough into two round disks and cut each into 8 wedges, making 16 scones in total.
7. Brush and sugar the tops: Brush each scone with the reserved heavy cream, then dip the tops into sanding sugar or granulated sugar.
8. Bake: Place the scones on the baking sheet, sugar-side up, and bake for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Cool and serve: Let the scones cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with butter or jam!

Recipe Tips:

• Use very cold heavy cream: Cold cream helps make the scones flaky and tender. If possible, chill the mixing bowl and utensils before starting.
• Do not overmix the dough: Mix just until the ingredients come together. Overmixing will make the scones tough instead of soft and light.
• Flour the blueberries lightly: Tossing blueberries in a little flour helps prevent them from sinking in the dough and keeps them evenly distributed.
• Chill the dough before baking: If the dough feels warm or sticky, refrigerate it for 10–15 minutes before baking. This helps the scones hold their shape and rise better.
• Use a sharp knife for clean cuts: When cutting scones into wedges, use a sharp knife and press straight down instead of dragging the blade. This keeps the edges neat and helps them rise evenly.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the scones cool down before storing. Put them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Place the scones in a sealed bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Set the air fryer to 300°F and warm the scones for 3–4 minutes until slightly crispy on the outside.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 166 kcal
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 29mg
• Sodium: 81mg
• Potassium: 153mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 19g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 11g
• Protein: 2g