Fluffy Bakery-Style Blueberry Scones (video)

The Secret to the Best Scones!

Let’s dig deeper into the recipe making process for these incredible blueberry scones! The secret to a great scone is in the dough! It needs to have enough butter to make the scones buttery, and it needs to be remain slightly sticky so the scones turn out fluffy. Too much flour can make scones too heavy and hard! With my recipe, it’s the perfect balance of both! Don’t be tempted to add more flour to this recipe, even if the dough is a bit sticky! Once the dough sets in the refrigerator, it will be easier to work with!

My Blueberry Scones Video Tutorial

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Ingredients for Easy Blueberry Scones

Here are the main ingredients you’ll need to make these extra fluffy and soft blueberry scones!

• Unsalted Butter: the butter needs to be extra cold for this recipe. I like to cube my butter and place it into the freezer for a bit so it’s very chilled.
• Sour Cream & Heavy Cream: for making the scone batter. The sour cream makes the scones extra fluffy!
• All-Purpose Flour: use this type of flour for best results.
• Baking Soda & Baking Powder
• Sugar: for sweetening the scone batter. I also like to add large sugar sprinkles on top of the scones.
• Eggs
• Fresh Blueberries: fresh berries will work best for this recipe. If you want to use frozen blueberries, make sure they thaw first and then drain any liquids.
• Dried Blueberries: for adding more berry flavor!

Double Blueberry Flavor!

Not one but two types of blueberries for these bakery-style blueberry scones! I use both dried and fresh blueberries for this recipe for maximum flavor. I love the flavor that dried blueberries add this recipe! They’re sweeter than fresh blueberries and are typically very rich in flavor. Add the berries into the dough and very gently mix them in using a wooden spoon, trying not to crush the berries. I also use my fingers to pull apart the dough and mix in the berries.

Preparing the Blueberry Scone Dough

The first step in my blueberry scones recipe is blending the butter and flour. Always start with cubed and super cold butter. I like to place mine into the freezer for about 10 minutes before using it. The butter needs to be blended and crumbled into the dry ingredients. The mixture should resemble large and medium sized crumbs. Avoid using your hands, since the warmth from them will melt the butter! You can do this using a few different methods:

• Food Processor: this is the easiest (and my top choice) way to crumble the butter and flour together. Use the pulse button and cut the butter into small little pieces without over mixing.
• Pastry Blender: you most likely have this handy pastry tool in your kitchen drawer! If not, get one on Amazon (affiliate link)! This tool will cut the butter into the flour with ease and takes just a few minutes.
• Two Large Forks: if you don’t have a food processor or a pastry blender, two large forks are all you’ll need. Apply a little bit of pressure to cut through the butter, until you have a crumbly mixture.
• Once I have my crumbly butter and flour mixture ready, it’s time to add the wet ingredients. These blueberry scones are made with a combination of sour cream and heavy cream, which make the scones more moist. I also add a little bit of vanilla and eggs. I mix everything together in a large mixing bowl and then I gradually add in the butter and flour.
• Don’t overmix the scone dough! Overmixing will cause the gluten in the flour to over develop and will make the scones more heavy and less fluffy. Mix using a spoon or spatula just until the dry ingredients are well incorporated. If you crumbled the flour and butter together properly, you should see large bits of butter in the dough.

How to Make the Best Blueberry Scones

1. Once I have my blueberry scone dough ready, it’s time for it to chill! I like to cut two sheets of plastic wrap and transfer the dough into the center. I flatten the dough into a large disk, about 1 ½ to 2 inches tall and about 9 inches across. Wrap the dough very well so it doesn’t dry out and then let it chill for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. When the dough is almost done chilling, preheat the oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
3. To portion the dough, I use a sharp chef’s knife and cut the disk into 8 equal-sized pieces. Since the dough is a little soft and sticky, I like to use a small, off-set spatula to help me transfer the scones onto the baking sheet.
4. These berry scones bake for about 30 to 35 minutes until they’re golden brown on top. Make sure to let them cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes before moving them onto a wire rack. These are super soft and fragile when they come out of the oven!

Make-Ahead Instructions for Scones

Want to make these berry scones ahead of time? It’s super easy to do! Simply prepare the recipe as written and then wrap the scones in an extra layer of plastic wrap. You can even place the wrapped dough into a large, ziplock bag for extra protection. Place the scone dough into the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake them. The dough can stand for 2, or even 3 days!

More Recipes!

Enjoyed my favorite blueberry scones recipe? Check out some of my other recipes you’re sure to enjoy!

• Orange Cranberry Scones – buttery, fluffy, bakery-style scones dotted with tons of cranberries and topped with a simple orange glaze!
• Cinnamon Crumble Blueberry Muffins – my favorite muffin recipe, with plump, juicy blueberries and an incredible cinnamon topping!
• Triple Chocolate Scones – white, milk and dark chocolate come together for this delicious chocolate scone recipe!
• Blueberry Lemon Loaf – another one of my favorites! This moist and delicious berry bread with lemon zest and a simple glaze is perfect for every day!
• Sheet Pan Blueberry Pancakes – the fluffiest and most delicious blueberry pancakes, prepared in a sheet pan and served with whipped cream!