Orange Glazed Blueberry Scones
Brighten up your mornings with these irresistibly tender Orange Glazed Blueberry Scones, a delightful balance of zesty citrus and bursts of juicy fresh blueberries. Perfectly golden and buttery, these scones are easy to make, combining simple pantry staples with a touch of elegance from a freshly squeezed orange glaze infused with vibrant zest. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, these bakery-style treats are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon indulgence. Whether served warm out of the oven or enjoyed at room temperature, these moist and flaky scones bring a refreshing twist to a classic favorite and are guaranteed to become a star in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Fresh blueberries
- 0.75 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix just until the dough starts to come together. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the fresh blueberries gently, being mindful not to squish them.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a thick 8-inch round disc and cut it into 8 equal wedges.
Place the wedges onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown around the edges.
While the scones bake, make the orange glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth and consistent.
Allow the scones to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Drizzle the orange glaze generously over the cooled scones. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.8 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.3 g | 436% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 598 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 2251 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 369.4 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 172.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
