A simple blueberry scone recipe using frozen blueberries. A slightly sweet breakfast treat like those found at Queen of Tarts in Dublin!
It’s been about a week since we’ve been back in the states.
I’m still not acclimated to the time zone change.
Here’s why: I went to bed between 6pm and 8pm the first four days post honeymoon. And then I went to Vegas for 48 hours.
And then, we had daylight savings.
As you can imagine, my body is still pretty confused and I’m hoping to be readjusted by this weekend.
Other than never knowing what time it is, I’ve been reliving our Italian and Irish adventures in the kitchen. Pasta, wine, Guinness, espresso. It’s been a really delicious week.
There wasn’t much food in Ireland that was memorable (it’s more about the drinks) but there was one special place that stood out: Queen of Tarts. This adorable restaurant was something Emily and I found on my first trip to Ireland. Every since, I’ve been dying to take Matt. It was actually our first stop after we landed in Dublin and our last stop before we left for Italy.
Queen of Tarts is well known for their scones and crumbles. The first time I visited, I fell head over heels in love with their scones. Buttery, slightly sweet and served with the perfect pot of jam.
It was our plan to order scones to go on our last night so we could enjoy them for breakfast, but the Queen was sold out. We didn’t leave empty-handed; instead of a scone we enjoyed the special, not on the menu, strawberry and rhubarb crumble which was out of this world good.
And, so, with a little help from the internet, I decided to make blueberry scones for breakfast. I love that this recipe uses very little sugar compared to most muffin (cupcake) recipes. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast and it takes us back to one of our favorite honeymoon memories.
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 6 tablespoons of cold, unsalted butter (put your butter in the freezer 10 minutes prior to use)
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Combine your dry ingredients in a bowl. Use a sifter if you have one.
- Cube the butter and mix it into the flour. The butter should give the flour the texture of cornmeal and if you grab a handful of flour it should clump together.
- Carefully incorporate your blueberries; try not to crush them.
- Add the heavy cream and incorporate the ingredients. Mix them lightly. If you over work the dough your scones will not be good.
- Pat the dough into a circle on a lightly floured surface. The dough should be approximately 1 - 1.5 inches thick.
- Cut the circle into triangle slices.
- Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and back at 400 for 15-20 minutes, until lightly browned.
I’m sharing as part of Fit Foodie Friday with Jess, Annmarie, Farrah +Esther AND as part of Meatless Monday with Tina and Deborah.
Your turn: What’s your favorite scone? Have you been to Ireland?
That. Is. Gorgeous.
Welcome home!
Susie @ SuzLyfe recently posted…Easy Applesauce Fit Body Bakery Muffins Recipe + Giveaway
Thank you! It’s good to be home! I just with I could get settled on the right time zone :)
I don’t think I’ve ever made my own scones! Those look fabulous thanks so much for sharing with us on Meatless Monday
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…Cranberry & Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash
They’re so easy! And so yummy :)
I absolutely LOVE blueberry anything! I need to make a GF version of these STAT!
Annmarie recently posted…Meatless Monday Night: Chocolate Peanut Butter Football Pudding Dip
I can’t wait to see what you come up with! You always have awesome GF recipes :)
these are so simple yet so perfect! These babies would be amazing along side some coffee for a delicious breakfast :)
rachel @ athletic avocado recently posted…Apple Pie Yogurt Brûlée
They are super simple, which makes them all the better :) And yes, with coffee!
Oh I’m so making these this weekend! YUM!
Parita @ myinnershakti recently posted…How to Work From Home and Not Go Crazy – 10 Simple Tips
Let me know what you think. I totally thought I was doing it wrong but then they came out delicious!
These look so rich and delicious! Scones are one of my favorite breakfast treats!
Liz @ The Clean Eating Coupole recently posted…Pretty Fit Protein Review
They make every day feel like a weekend :)
That restaurant sounds great! That is one of the things I love about traveling abroad! I love all the exotic foods!
amber recently posted…Tempura Curried Acorn Squash with Tahini Dipping Sauce
Queen of Tarts is the BEST! I absolutely love it :)
Thanks for linking up! I love blueberry desserts, so this would surely be a hit at our place. Thanks!
Jess @hellotofit recently posted…Monday motivation: see how things work
Me too – I also love that this one isn’t tooo sweet :)
welcome home world traveler! those scones look delish! Funny, I think Ireland will be the next trip :)
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Thank you! You will love Ireland! There is so much to see/do. I would recommend visiting more than Dublin though. Sligo and Galway were amazing. The Aran Islands are breathtaking. And I stayed in a really amazing castle in Ballina which I highly recommend. It’s a beautiful country.
These look INCREDIBLE. I love making scones :) And as we already chatted about via IG I’ve got some coming next week! And I’m loving all the blues in these! Gorgeous shots,
Thanks, friend! I can’t wait to see your recipe! Funny thing about the blues/purples…I was trying so hard not to mash the blueberries because I didn’t want to over work the dough but it’s basically impossible. I have so much respect for those bakeries that have white scones with blueberries lol
welcome home!!! im so excited to hear all about the trip.
dixya | food, pleasure, and health recently posted…Carrot, Dates, and Mint Salad
Thank you! It was AMAZING! I can’t wait to share .. there is so much on my mind that I need to write down so I don’t forget it :)