Blueberry Cream Cheese Scones Recipe
Friday, June 30, 2023
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Blueberry Cream Cheese Scones Recipe
A Delicious and Easy Breakfast Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ÂĽ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold butter, cubed
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ÂĽ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or two forks until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add cream cheese and mix until combined.
3. Gently fold in blueberries.
4. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in heavy cream and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
5. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for 1-2 minutes. Pat dough into a ½-inch thick circle. Cut into 8 even wedges. Place wedges on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Allow scones to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
These blueberry cream cheese scones are full of flavor and nutrition. Each scone packs in 275 calories, 13 grams of fat, 34 grams of carbohydrates, and 3 grams of protein. These scones also provide a good source of calcium and iron.
To reduce the fat content, you can use low-fat cream cheese and butter. You can also use a sugar substitute to reduce the sugar content.
These scones can be enjoyed as is, or you can add a dollop of jam or a sprinkle of icing sugar for added sweetness. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. Enjoy!