Blueberry Orange Scones Recipes

HONEY GLAZED ORANGE BLUEBERRY SCONES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and lightly grease a baking sheet.
• If using frozen berries, defrost before baking. The recipe might still work with fully frozen berries but I haven't tested it out yet. So defrost 'em or simply grab a carton of fresh berries!
• In a large mixing bowl, stir together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Cut in the butter with a pastry cutter. I don't own one so I minced the chilled butter into small cubes and then cut into the flour mixture using a pair of sharp knives. You can also easily grate the butter into the flour using a box/cheese grater.
• Add your orange zest.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together your egg, milk, yogurt and vanilla.
• Use a fork to move the flour mixture to the sides of the bowl, making a hole in the middle, then pour the egg mixture into the center.
• Stir until just moistened, then carefully fold/knead in blueberries. Some will remain whole and some may smush into oblivion, blueberries have a mind of their own. At this point the mixture will probably seems fairly dry, which is absolutely what we're going for here! If needed, add a tablespoon of milk to moisten and knead for 3-4 strokes in the bowl.
• Grab a sheet of parchment paper and lightly sprinkle with flour to prevent sticking.
• Gently knead your dough until smooth, trying not to exceed 12-15 total strokes if possible. Shape into a 7 inch circle on your baking sheet and cut into wedges.
• Glazing pre-baking will give you a crusty-crunchy-sweet outer layer to your scones. If you prefer them softer on top add the glaze after baking. Or you can go nuts and add some before and a little extra after. I might be guilty of the latter. Love it so.
• If you've decided to add your glaze prior to baking, add a light drizzle to the scones and sprinkle each with a teeny bit of sugar.
• Bake at 400F for 15-20 minutes, until golden, using a toothpick to test the center.
• Move to a wire rack to cool and enjoy! They're fabulous straight from the oven or cooled to room temperature.
• In case you actually wind up with leftovers, wrap tightly with saran wrap and store at room temperature for up to four days. They're great for grab-and-go breakfasts and snacks!

MY FAVORITE BLUEBERRY SCONES

Steps:

• Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a large bowl. Grate the frozen butter using a box grater. Add it to the flour mixture and combine with a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingers until the mixture comes together in pea-sized crumbs. See video above for a closer look at the texture. Place in the refrigerator or freezer as you mix the wet ingredients together.
• Whisk 1/2 cup heavy cream, the egg, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl. Drizzle over the flour mixture, add the blueberries, then mix together until everything appears moistened.
• Pour onto the counter and, with floured hands, work dough into a ball as best you can. Dough will be sticky. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour. If it seems too dry, add 1-2 more Tablespoons heavy cream. Press into an 8-inch disc and, with a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut into 8 wedges.
• Brush scones with remaining heavy cream and for extra crunch, sprinkle with coarse sugar. (You can do this before or after refrigerating in the next step.)
• Place scones on a plate or lined baking sheet (if your fridge has space!) and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat. After refrigerating, arrange scones 2-3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet(s).
• Bake for 22-25 minutes or until golden brown around the edges and lightly browned on top. Remove from the oven and cool for a few minutes before topping with vanilla icing.
• Leftover iced or un-iced scones keep well at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for 5 days.

ORANGE GLAZED BLUEBERRY SCONES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt and sugar; mix thoroughly. Cut in butter using 2 forks or a pastry blender. The butter pieces should be coated with flour and resemble crumbs.
• In another bowl, mix buttermilk and egg together, and then add to the flour mixture. Mix just to incorporate, do no overwork the dough.
• Roll blueberries in flour to coat, this will help prevent the fruit from sinking to the bottom of the scone when baked. Fold the blueberries into batter, being careful not to bruise. Drop large tablespoons of batter on an ungreased cookie sheet.
• Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until brown. Cool before applying the orange glaze.
• To prepare Orange Glaze: combine butter, sugar, orange zest, and juice over a double boiler. Cook until butter and sugar are melted and mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and beat until smooth and slightly cool. Drizzle or brush on top of scones and let glaze get hazy and hardened.

BLUEBERRY ORANGE SCONES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or a silicone mat, and set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and zest.
• Add the butter and, using a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips, work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. You may also use a food processor.
• In a separate bowl or jug, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, and vanilla until combined. Add to the flour mixture and gently mix in to form a soft dough. Do not overmix. Gently fold in the blueberries.
• Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and shape into an 8-inch round disc. Transfer to the prepared baking tray, cut into 8 wedges, and pull the triangles slightly away from one another.
• Lightly brush each scone with heavy cream, then bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through. Allow to cool on the baking tray for 5 - 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool slightly whilst preparing the glaze.
• Whisk together the icing sugar, and orange juice until smooth and slightly runny. Add more juice if the glaze is too thick, or more icing sugar if too runny. Drizzle over warm or room temperature scones, and enjoy!

BLUEBERRY SCONES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas 6 and line a baking tray with parchment. To make the scones, put the flour, baking powder, sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl and mix together to combine. Add the butter and use your fingers to rub into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs (don't rub too thoroughly; some larger lumps are preferable). Add the blueberries and toss together.
• In a small jug, mix together the cream, vanilla and eggs, and pour into the mixture. Use a cutlery knife to stir together until the mixture starts to form a dough. Tip onto the work surface and use your hands to gently knead until the dough just comes together. Lightly flour your work surface and flatten the dough into a disc about 2.5cm thick. Use a sharp knife to cut it into eight triangles.
• Transfer the scones to the prepared baking tray. Beat the remaining egg, then lightly brush it over the top of each scone. Bake in the oven for about 20-25 mins or until deep golden brown. Will keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

BLUEBERRY ORANGE SCONES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE CHUNKS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place 2 cups flour, baking powder, and sugar in the bowl of a food processor or blender; pulse a few times to combine. Add shortening; pulse until mixture has the consistency of fine crumbs.
• Place flour mixture in a bowl; stir in white chocolate, blueberries, and orange zest. Stir milk into flour mixture gradually to form a smooth batter. Turn mixture out onto a floured board; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup flour. Knead a few times to incorporate flour and form a smooth dough.
• Roll dough out 1/2-inch thick; cut scones with a biscuit cutter to desired size. Place scones on a baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes.

ORANGE BLUEBERRY SCONES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 Line a jellyroll pan with foil; coat with cooking spray.
• Combine flour , sugar, cornmeal, baking powder and salt.
• With a pastry blender or 2 knives cut in butter and 1 tsp of the zest until well combined.
• Stir in buttermilk and egg white until a soft dough forms.
• Gently stir in blueberries.
• With Moist hands transfer dough to a floured surface and shape into a 8 in round.
• Cut into wedges and place 2 inches apart on pan.
• Bake 8-12 minutes or until golden brown
• Cool Completely.
• In a small bowl combine the confectioners sugar with 1/2 tsp zest and 1- 2 tbsp water stir until smooth .
• Drizzle over scones.