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These are a beloved family treat, especially for my mother-in-law, who requests them often!

-Preheat your oven to 400°F.

The secret to achieving a fluffy, delicious texture lies in keeping the dough cold throughout the process. Begin by measuring out *1 cup of frozen blueberries, then return them to the freezer until the final steps

-In a large bowl, whisk together:

*2 cups flour
*1 tbsp baking powder
*1 tbsp ground flax seed
*1/2 tsp salt
*1/2 cup sugar

-For the butter, use *8 tablespoons (1 stick) of cold, preferably frozen butter. Grate the entire stick using a cheese grater—this ensures the butter blends seamlessly, resulting in a lighter, fluffier scone.

-Gently work the grated butter into the dry mixture with your hands until it resembles a slightly sandy texture that holds together when pressed. Avoid over mixing to maintain that perfect consistency.

-Add:
The *3/4 cups milk and *1 tsp vanilla extract
Stir until just combined—the dough will be sticky.

-Quickly fold in *1 cup of frozen blueberries. Go quick to prevent them from bleeding and turning the dough blue or overly wet.

-Clean and dry your hands, then lightly flour them.

-Transfer the dough to a floured surface and shape it into a flat circle, using additional flour on the dough’s surface as needed to prevent sticking.

-Flour a large knife and cut the dough into triangles with a straight downward press (avoid sawing back and forth for clean edges). Makes 8 scones.

-Place the scones on parchment paper and bake for 20 minutes.

Enjoy your perfectly fluffy, flavorful blueberry scones!

Tips and Tricks for Perfect Blueberry Scones💙

Keep Ingredients Chilled for Success: The colder your milk, butter, and blueberries, the easier the dough is to handle and the flakier your scones will turn out.

Mix by Hand for Best Results: Use your hands to blend the dough—a spoon or spatula will quickly clog up and slow you down.

Prep Ahead for Less Mess: Your hands will get sticky, so organize your ingredients and supplies beforehand for a smoother process.

Smaller Blueberries, Bigger Flavor: Opt for smaller berries, like wild blueberries, for a more delightful texture and even distribution in every bite.

Freeze for Later Enjoyment: Once cooled, store the baked scones in a freezer-safe Ziplock bag. Use a straw to remove excess air before sealing, and savor them whenever you like!

Reheat with Ease: To enjoy from the freezer, preheat your oven to 350°F and warm the scones for 5 minutes until heated through.