Blueberries are not my favorite berry. In fact, they are one of my least favorite. However, dried blueberries were on sale at my local grocery store the other week, and I grabbed a couple packets, thinking I could use them for some scones. I'm glad I did, for these turned out quite yummy. I don't have pictures of the process, but the directions should suffice.
Ingredients:
2 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 tbsp granulated sugar
3 tbsp butter, cut into six pieces
1/2 cup dried blueberries
1 cup heavy whipping cream, plus extra for brushing
Coarse sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions:
1. Whisk dry ingredients together (flour, cream of tartar, salt, baking soda, granulated sugar).
2. Add butter to the dry ingredients and, using a pastry blender or a fork, work butter into ingredients until it resembles coarse sand.
3. Add dried blueberries and mix.
4. Add 3/4 cup whipping cream and mix. If the dough doesn't come together, continue adding the cream in small amounts until the dough holds together after a kneading or two.
5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured countertop and flatten into a round about 1/2 inch high. Cut into 8 pieces and place on a parchment paper lined sheet.
6. Bake at 450F for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until golden on top.
7. Remove from oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Results:
These are a wonderful, basic scone for breakfast or to accompany afternoon tea or coffee.
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