Whole Wheat Blueberry Maple Scones
Ingredients
- for the scones
- 1 ⅝ c.whole wheat flour
- 1 c.all purpose flour
- 1 ½t. baking powder
- ½t. sea salt
- 1 ½ sticksbutter
cold, cut into 1/2" chunks, divided, 12 tablespoons
- ½ c.greek yogurt
room temperature
- ½ c.maple syrup
room temperature
- ½ c.buttermilk
room temperature
- 1egg yolk
room temperature
- 1 c.fresh blueberries
- for the glaze
- ½ c.confectioner's sugar
- 2t. maple syrup
Directions
- 1
In a stand mixer bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: both of the flours, the baking powder, baking soda, and salt, on low speed. Add half of the butter chunks, and reserve the rest. Paddle until fully mixed into the flour, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 2
Add the remaining butter chunks to the bowl, and pulse the mixer 3 or 4 times, to mix the pieces into the dough, while keeping them mostly whole.
- 3
In a separate bowl, or a 4 c. measuring cup, whisk together the wet ingredients: the yogurt, maple syrup, buttermilk, and yolk, until thoroughly mixed. Stir in the blueberries. Turn the mixer on low, and pour the blueberry mixture into the flour mixture. Mix it on low for about 10 seconds, to get some of the liquid mixed into the flour. Stop the mixer and mix the rest of the loose flour into the dough by hand. Gather up and lift the dough with your hands. Turn it over in the bowl several times until all the loose flour is mixed in. Scrape it out onto a large sheet of plastic wrap, and wrap it well. Chill it for at least one hour, and up to 24 hours.
- 4
Heat the oven to 350º, and position a rack in the center of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5
Using a 1/4 c. cookie scoop, scoop out 8 mounds of chilled dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Return the rest of the dough to the refrigerator, if you plan to bake it the next day. Or repeat, using a second baking sheet, for the next 8 scones.
- 6
Bake for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan once, at about 15 minutes, to ensure they bake evenly. Check on them whenever you smell something delicious, but basically you want to bake them until they're golden brown.
- 7
Make the glaze while the scones are baking. Stir the maple syrup into the confectioner's sugar. Add up to a tablespoon more maple syrup if you need to. You're looking for a nice drizzly consistency.
- 8
When you've removed the scones from the oven, drizzle them with the glaze while they're still warm.
Whole Wheat Blueberry Maple Scones
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About this Recipe
Imagine biting into a warm, tender scone bursting with juicy blueberries and a hint of sweet maple. These Whole Wheat Blueberry Maple Scones are the homemade dream you've been craving, perfect for a cozy morning or a special brunch.
What sets these blueberry maple scones apart is the masterful balance of flours, creating a wonderfully tender and flaky texture that never disappoints. The magic lies in using cold butter combined with the rich blend of Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and an egg yolk, ensuring a light, delicate crumb with every bite. The natural sweetness of maple syrup permeates the dough, providing a unique depth of flavor that elevates the classic blueberry scone.
You can look forward to a scone that feels both substantial and delicate, with a pleasing chew from the whole wheat flour. Each bite offers a delightful burst of sweet-tart blueberries, beautifully complemented by the warm, earthy notes of pure maple. The simple maple glaze adds just enough extra sweetness without overpowering the natural fruit and maple flavors, making these scones a truly satisfying treat for any time of day.
Feel free to experiment with other fresh berries like raspberries or chopped strawberries if blueberries aren't available. For a slightly different flavor, you could substitute the maple syrup in the dough with honey, though you'll miss that signature maple depth. If you're out of buttermilk, a simple milk and lemon juice substitute (let it sit for 5 minutes) can work in a pinch for the dough's moisture.
These delightful scones are ideal for a leisurely weekend breakfast, an elegant brunch spread, or a comforting afternoon snack with your favorite hot beverage.