Brunch Favorite Blackberry Scones
Blackberry scones are crisp outside, tender inside, and filled with fresh berries—enjoy them warm with coffee for a cozy morning treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- ½ cup heavy cream plus extra for brushing
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cream, egg, and vanilla. Pour into the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blackberries, trying not to mash them.
- Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and shape into an 8-inch circle.
- Cut into 8 wedges and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Brush tops with extra cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar (optional).
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.