Description
These blackberry scones are a delightful treat with their delectable flavor and simple preparation. Made with fresh blackberries, butter, and buttermilk, they are perfect as a snack or for a cozy brunch with friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (10 oz/284 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (2 oz/57 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) butter, cold and diced
- 1 cup (5 oz/142 g) fresh blackberries, cut into halves
- ⅔ cup (5 fl oz/150 ml) buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- egg wash
- 1 cup (4 oz/115 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 3 tablespoons (1 ½ oz/45 g) butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Rub the cold, diced butter into the flour mixture until it looks like coarse breadcrumbs. Add the blackberries and toss gently.
- In a separate jug, mix buttermilk and vanilla extract, then pour into the flour mixture. Stir gently until combined.
- Transfer the dough onto the baking sheet and shape it into a 7-inch circle, about 1-inch thick.
- Cut the circle into 8 wedges and space them apart on the baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with egg wash and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown and firm. Allow to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Serve warm for the best taste!
These scones can be frozen before baking for later enjoyment, simply bake straight from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time.
Feel free to substitute blackberries with other berries if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scone
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
