Easy Gluten-Free Blueberry Scones – Gluten-Free Palate (2024)

Ready to make easy gluten-free blueberry scones? These are sweet, buttery, and bursting with blueberries and lemon zest. My gluten-free scones have the perfect crumbly edges, brown, sugary tops, and tender centers. You can also zest them with a lemon glaze for extra flavor.

I'm so proud of how these turned out. These gluten-free blueberry scones are a spinoff of my gluten-free chocolate chip scones. They're remarkably similar, and you'll want to try both for variety. If you have time, try my rustic gluten-free drop biscuits. Want a more unique scone flavor? I'm also delighted by these complement-garnering gluten-free pumpkin scones.

I also recommend you make these delicious gluten-free blueberry muffins or try one of these Gluten-Free Breakfast Ideas.

Udemy's range of gluten-free courses are perfect for adding to your expertise, and they have some fun courses on offer!

GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES RECIPE

Your morning tea or coffee is not the same without a delicious scone, and no, you don't need to miss out. You can have your favorite childhood scones with this gluten-free blueberry scone recipe.

I've included vegan and dairy-free options. Please feel free to modify my recipe for extra sweetness or to explore a much more savory flavor. Below, you'll find my step-by-step instructions, the ingredients for the blueberry scones, and my advice on making them taste like the best gluten-free treats in your kitchen.

The best thing is to freeze them and take them out as the craving hits. They are also customizable, so experiment with different variations from sweet to savory. Let me know what you've tried in the comments.

WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THESE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES

Simple to make - This gluten-free blueberry scone recipe is super simple to make, and the scones bake up with the perfect texture, color, and combination of flavors.

Great texture - The way I look at it, scones are a mix between a muffin and biscuits. Gluten-free scones need the right combination of ingredients to get the texture exactly right.

Handful of ingredients - This gluten-free scones recipe only uses a handful of ingredients that most people have in their gluten-free kitchens already.

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES

Gluten-Free Flour - 2 cups of Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flouror 2 cups of my gluten-free flour blend.

Sugar - ½ cup of white granulated sugar. I haven't tried coconut sugar, but I bet it would work great.

Baking Powder - Helps the blueberry scones rise.

Cold Butter - Adds that buttery flavor and helps with flakiness. Use dairy-free butter for a dairy-free option.

Heavy Cream - Helps with flavor and texture and creates that perfect brown top. Use full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free option.

Egg - Adds flavor, helps the scones rise, and helps hold them together. I have not tried an egg replacer to make these gf blueberry scones. If you test one out, please let me know what you used and how it turned out.

Lemon Zest - The oils from the lemon zest help bring out the flavors.

Vanilla - Adds flavor.

Fresh Blueberries - I'd recommend fresh, but you can also use frozen blueberries. When using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them first. A handful of lush blueberries, about half a cup, equates to a mere 44 calories! This tiny but mighty snack is brimming with 2 grams of dietary fiber and covers 10% of your daily Vitamin C. So it is a sweet, guilt-free indulgence, and my kids often eat the entire carton in one go!

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THESE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES

You won't need much outside of the ordinary for my favorite scone recipe. Here are two items I recommend:

Dough blender - I like to use a dough blender to ensure all the ingredients are incorporated.

Pastry brush- You can choose from silicone, but I like to use this woodenpastry brush.

Pastry cutter or forks - You can use a pastry cutter or two forks.

If you have any questions about making Gluten-Free Scones, please leave a comment, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES

1. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.
2. Using two forks or a pastry blender, cut butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse peas or crumbs.
3. Whisk the heavy cream, egg, lemon zest, and vanilla in a separate medium mixing bowl until well combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients and the blueberries to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
5. Spoon the batter onto a piece of parchment paper and shape the dough into a ball with floured hands. The dough will be sticky. Press the dough into an 8-inch circle and flatten slightly. Then, with a sharp knife, cut 8 even wedges. Let the scones rest for 20-30 minutes while your oven pre-heats.
6. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer the scones to the baking sheet, leaving enough room between each scone for the sides to cook.
7. Brush the top of each scone with heavy cream with a pastry brush.
8. Sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and cool completely before serving.

TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES

When making gluten-free blueberry scones, there are a few tips you'll want to keep in mind.

High-quality flour and starches- First, you'll want to use a high-quality blend of flours and starches. You can use my flour blend or Bob's Red Mill 1-to-1 Gluten-Free Baking Flour.

Butter - Never use melted butter in the batter. Cut the butter into the flour mixture with a pastry blender or grate it into the flour and mix it.

Use parchment paper - It's best to bake the scones on parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Allow to cool - Before removing them from the pan, let your scones cool. This will allow them to finish setting up after baking.

Use an egg wash - We like to brush the tops with heavy cream or an egg wash for a crunchy texture and a lovely glossy look.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT CAUSES GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES NOT TO RISE?

Make sure to use the baking powder and check its expiry date. Another cause could be leaving the dough out for too long before baking. And don't forget my advice on baking the best gluten-free bread!

HOW DO I MAKE THESE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONESDAIRY-FREE OR VEGAN?

Use dairy-free butter for a dairy-free option. Replace the heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk. I have not tried an egg replacer, but let me know if you do. To make an egg replacer, add 1 tablespoon of ground flax and 3 tablespoons of hot water. Leave it to thicken and cool for 20 minutes.

HOW DO YOU STORE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES?

Store them in an airtight container for 3-5 days in the refrigerator.

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE BLUEBERRY SCONES?

Yes, you can freeze them for up to 3 months in an airtight container or freeze them on a baking tray and transfer them into freezer bags.

WHAT OTHER FLAVORS OR VARIATIONS CAN I ADD TO MY GF SCONES?

The choices are endless; will you choose sweet or savory? Add chocolate chips, matcha, lemon peel, poppy seed, toasted pecans, or orange zest. I'd also recommend a lemon glaze if you want to make gluten-free lemon blueberry scones.

HOW DO I MAKE GLUTEN-FREE SCONES WITH ALMOND FLOUR?

I like working with different flours for many of my baked goods. Try this with almond flour for a different consistency.

WORKING WITH GLUTEN-FREE FLOURS

Spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level when working with or measuring gluten-free flour. Do not scoop your measuring cup into the gluten-free flour.

The best method is to weigh the gluten-free flour, but I don't have the ingredient weights for all my recipes yet.

View our step-by-step video for this recipe on YouTube.

Did you make these gluten-free blueberry scones? Please leave a comment below letting me know what you thought.